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Job Description JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional APPOINTED BY: Chief Executive Officer RESPONSIBLE TO: Program Manager BASIC FUNCTIONS: Perform duties under the direct supervision of the Program Manager. Works directly & supervises adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities by providing daily training and instruction for achieving program participant goals and objectives and essential direct care services to individuals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Strong emphasis on customer service is required., • Ability to exhibit professionalism, courtesy, and flexibility when working with students and families on all assigned duties., • Must demonstrate good computer/database management skills. Proficient in Excel., • Must have knowledge utilizing Zoom and Microsoft Teams., • Must possess good verbal and written communication skills., • Must demonstrate ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively., • Must possess excellent attention to detail., • Understand the goals and services of the program outlined in the Program Design., • Provide job site training and instruction to the work crew as outlined by the organization., • Understand the strengths, weaknesses, and needs of members of persons served., • Reflect a work pattern like non-disabled adult workers using age-appropriate equipment., • Develop and maintain the worker’s functional skills, self-advocacy, employment training, community integration, self-care, and social recreation as required by the organization., • Maintain awareness of worker’s rights at all times., • Monitor and report any concerns related to health and safety to the Program Manager or designee. This includes any documented or suspected unlawful discrimination, adult abuse, or harassment., • Complete all documentation as required by the organization., • Be able to establish appropriate communication levels with both workers and fellow peers., • Attend all meetings assigned including ISP meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings as required based on job duties., • Assist in developing worker assessments, training curriculum, and individual Service Plans (ISP)., • Promote positive encouragement to reinforce desirable behavior., • Implement daily lesson plans., • Maintain professional growth by attending in-service training sessions as assigned., • Must have a working knowledge of all SMSC policies and procedures on confidentiality., • Ensure that all programs and Regional Center standards, Lanterman Act, and other applicable requirements are maintained., • Follow all applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the Lanterman Act Title 17 and Title 22 of the State of California., • Expected to provide transportation for program participants to a variety of activities in the community using Organization vehicles., • Responsible for all other duties as assigned by the program manager to ensure the safe and efficient daily operation of the program., • Expected to provide appropriate personal care to program participants based on individual needs., • Based on department needs, additional training may be required, i.e., Pro-ACT or any other applicable training. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS: Individuals will regularly be required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance; frequently bends, twists, stoops, and kneels; and will assist with lifting and transferring adults from wheelchairs to a variety of locations within the organization or in the community. Occasionally, you may have to lift up to 50 lbs. for program participant safety or setting up activities. You may be required to work outside in all weather conditions. You may be required to walk distances up to one mile in length. Occasionally, there will be situations requiring high stamina. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is in various professional work sites, indoors and outdoors. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • Must be 18 years of age., • Minimum high school diploma or GED required., • Preferred six months of direct care or direct training of people with intellectual, developmental, learning, or physical disabilities or equivalent experience in social services, • Preferred Disability Professional Services Certificate or enrollment in Disabilities Services Management Certificate classes, • Must be able to conform to applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to Title 17 and Title 22 of the State of California, • Must be able to read, write, and understand English., • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol tests., • Must complete a pre-employment health screening/TB test., • Must be able to obtain and maintain clearance for required criminal records., • Valid CA Drivers License, clean DMV Report, and 12 months of licensed driving experience

Job DescriptionDescription: Job Purpose: The Aide / Medical Assistant supports the clinical team by assisting with patient care activities, administrative tasks, and facility maintenance to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality rehabilitation services. This role bridges clinical and clerical responsibilities to enhance the patient experience and streamline operations. Duties & Responsibilities: • Assist Therapists and other clinicians with non-clinical aspects of patient care, including setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and guiding patients through basic exercises as directed., • Monitor and document vital signs, oxygen levels, and other relevant health indicators before or during treatment., • Perform administrative tasks such as using EHR, updating patient records, managing phone calls, and special tasks as assigned., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment by sanitizing equipment, restocking supplies, and following infection control procedures., • Communicate effectively with patients and team members to ensure a positive and supportive atmosphere., • Support the clinical staff with special projects, inventory tracking, or quality assurance activities as needed., • Additional duties as assigned, • Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be added, at any time with or without advanced notice. Working Conditions: • None: The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work). AIJ, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regards to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of AIJ, Inc. to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. Your employment with AIJ, Inc. is on an at-will basis, meaning either you or the Company can terminate the employment relationship, at any time, for any or no reason, and with or without cause or notice. As an at-will employee, your employment with AIJ, Inc. is not guaranteed for any length of time. Requirements: Skills & Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent; certification as a Medical Assistant preferred, • Previous experience in a medical or rehabilitation setting is a plus, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, • Proficient in using electronic health record (EHR) systems, • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, • Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care Physical Requirements: • Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work., • Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time, • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another, • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward., • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion., • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles, • Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly, • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound., • Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.