We are a nonprofit organization that has helped people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families for more than 50 years. The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod empowers and supports people with disabilities and their families to belong, contribute, and thrive.

Position Summary:

The Direct Support Specialist- IHS provides support services to multiple program members. The Direct Support Specialist facilitates and supports an assigned caseload by engaging in daily activities both in the home and out in the community for recreation, leisure, personal appointments (including transportation to work) and support ISP goals and objectives.

Essential Job Function:

• Attend to the daily needs and assist with all activities of daily living and/or skill building
• Assist with personal care tasks, which include but are not limited to personal hygiene, meal preparation, assisting with mobility, eating, grooming, bathing/showering. Note: personal care tasks depend on the needs of the individual served and some of these may or may not apply
• Create and provide opportunities for engaging leisure time activities both in the home and out in the community and encourage independence in the choice and participation of those activities
• Provide support by ensuring that daily activities, plans and routines reflect preferences, needs and goals
• Record and submit weekly progress notes to the HIS Case Coordinator
• Provide on-going transportation for program members to appointments, social/recreation events, jobs, errands and promotes overall meaningful community access. (personal car must be used, mileage is reimbursed)
• Frequently and accurately communicate with family members, residential providers and the IHS Case Coordinator, Program Coordinator and Program Director
• Foster and promote Human Rights and implement any and all written clinical or individualized plans and protocols (Positive Behavior Supports, Behavior Support Plan, specialized diets, Incident reporting, medical protocols)
• Other duties as assigned by the IHS Case Coordinator, Program Coordinator or Program Director

Other Job Functions:

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the program.
• Encourage individuals to independently complete tasks.
• Demonstrate conduct in keeping with The Arc’s Ethical Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to teamwork at all times.
• Attends all mandatory staff meetings, in-services, safety training and annual trainings. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements (Knowledge and Critical Skills):

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology like (not an exhaustive list): Windows, iOS, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Zoom, and smartphone
• Success developing positive therapeutic and working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather information and act appropriately.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. College degree preferred.

Experience: 2-3 years of experience working with adults with disabilities preferred.

Certifications: Safety Care certification required (provided via in-house training). CPR/First Aid certification required (provided via in-house training).

The Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a full background screening for this position?

Work Location: In person

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