DS Professional for SCC & Day Programs
20 days ago
Pueblo
Job DescriptionDescription: Supported Community Connections (SCC) Program Supported Community Connections (SCC) is a program designed to enable individuals to lead happy and meaningful lives as valued members of their broader community. A part of PDI's Day Habilitation services, SCC offers personalized 1:1 and small group activities exclusively held in community settings. The activities are tailored to each individual's unique interests, allowing them to choose the peers they wish to engage with, the locations they visit, and the frequency of their participation in the program. Popular activities selected by participants include outings such as bowling, zoo visits, gym sessions, fishing trips, swimming excursions, attending community events like baseball games, the CO State Fair, rodeos, and much more. Key Responsibilities Program Assignments • Follow program goals and guidelines; complete required training., • Support ADLs: bathing, dressing, feeding, hygiene, toileting., • Assist with functional mobility, safe transfers, and medication routines., • Facilitate daily activities, enrichment, and person-centered support., • Lead and document services for assigned groups; support social skills, goals, and participation., • Build community relationships; help individuals engage with their community., • Supervise pick-up and drop-off areas; assist individuals in and out of vehicles., • Support personal care and laundering of soiled items., • Facilitate activities to maintain and improve skills., • Transport and supervise individuals to off-site activities., • Activities may include recreation, skill-building, socialization, physical fitness, and money management., • The Culture Index Survey will be sent after applying.Requirements: Minimum Requirements • Must be 21+ years old., • Pass pre-hire and random drug/background screenings., • Computer-literate with strong oral and written communication skills., • Complete and pass First Aid, CPR, and other required training., • Valid driver’s license and insurance required if driving on company business. Education & Experience, • High school diploma or GED required., • Experience with individuals with disabilities preferred., • Vocational Certification Skills & Abilities, • Language: Read and interpret safety rules, procedures, write reports, and communicate effectively., • Math: Basic operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals., • Computer: Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Office, Internet, communications systems; assistive technology knowledge desirable., • Reasoning: Apply common sense, follow instructions, and solve problems with multiple variables. Work Environment, • Various settings: PDI facilities, community businesses, and residences., • Exposure to harsh weather and moderate to elevated noise levels., • Reasonable accommodations provided for disabilities. Position Type & Hours, • Full-time, non-exempt (40 hours/week)., • Unpaid 30-minute meal period daily., • Day Program/SCC: 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday; may include evenings, weekends, holidays., • Supported Community Connections/Living: Based on individual service requests; may include evenings, weekends, holidays. Physical Demands, • Lift/move up to 25 lbs regularly, up to 50 lbs rarely, up to 100 lbs very rarely with an assistive device., • Requires vision, hearing, talking, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling., • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid time off and paid holidays, • Retirement savings options, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Professional development opportunities