Direct Support Worker - Community Adult Program at Catalist

Dublin, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Social Services, Disability ServicesIndustries

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED required
Must be at least 18 years of age (21 years to operate company vehicles)
One year experience working in a team environment coaching and/or teaching adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities a plus but not required
Effective communication skills and an ability to interact respectfully and sensitively with clients, client’s family and ESNorCal staff
Committed to ESNorCal values, including resilience and inclusion
Ability to work with up to three clients during a single session
Passionate about teaching and training
Patience and a positive attitude
Establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving services
American Sign Language or bilingual ability a plus
Demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills
Exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment
Self-motivated and reliable
Must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws/legislations as applicable as well as HIPAA laws and regulatory agencies

Responsibilities

Supervise and train participants on the skills needed to perform specific tasks, routines, and personal life activities by applying a systematic process to improve participant’s ability to set goals, take action, and maximize strengths
Assist participants in reinforcing essential life skills and/or teaching new skills
Coach participants to stay on task, and cultivate a support network between participants, other coaching team members, family and community members
Supervise, monitor, and assist participants as necessary to maintain healthy, safe environment, and maximum participation in program activities, on site and in the community
Provide support to clients with basic living skills which includes toileting, hygiene care, food prep, feeding assistance, dressing, chores, and other activities that are fundamental to daily living
Assist with planning, organizing, developing and implementing program activities for both large and small participant groups
Implement IPP goals and behavioral intervention plans as directed by Program Managers and Care Coordinators
Document any unusual or special incidences with participants via Special Incident Report (“SIR”), and coordinate with Program Manager for reporting of suspected abuse
Provide updates to parents regarding participants’ progress and needs
Work with Easterseals Northern California team members and community resources to enhance quality of program and services provided
Procure and prepare daily snacks for participants and ensure clean-up of work/activity areas
Provide transportation to participants (must be 21 years of age to operate company vehicles)
Conduct weekly inventory of program supplies and inform Program Manager of inventory needs
Work with individuals and their families to develop individualized personal goals, and then establish and monitor action plans to help them reach these goals

Skills

Life Skills Training

Personal Care Assistance

Hygiene Care

Food Preparation

Feeding Assistance

Dressing Assistance

Chore Support

Goal Setting

Community Supervision

Disability Support

Catalist

Data services for progressive organizations

About Catalist

Catalist provides data and related services to progressive organizations, helping them connect with and influence the people they need to reach. Their main product is a comprehensive database that includes information on over 240 million voting-age individuals across the United States. This database is continuously updated and enhanced, allowing organizations to better understand their target audiences. What sets Catalist apart from competitors is its exclusive focus on progressive groups and its commitment to serving the community through a trust model. The goal of Catalist is to empower progressive organizations to effectively mobilize voters, advocate for issues, and build strong memberships.

None, NoneHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$2MTotal Funding

PRE_SEEDCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Social ImpactIndustries

51-200Employees