DDS Direct Care: Part-Time & Relief
Company: Gandara Center
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 8, 2021
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Job Description:
DDS Direct Care Worker - Part-Time & Relief Various Locations in
Greater Springfield and multiple shifts! We're looking for
Part-Time Staff Direct Care 1 Staff Workers to work with our DDS
Program [Developmental Disability Services] team model,
establishing open communication, support, and accountability among
workers and consumers. They are accountable to the DDS Program
Manager, who is responsible for providing supervision and training.
The Direct Care 1 Staff Worker is one who actively promotes the
philosophy of the DDS Program, and maintains a high level of
commitment to the program. This individual will respect the dignity
of each individual through vigorous promotion of the human and
civil rights which, in part, strives to keep people free from abuse
or neglect and recognize that ethnic and cultural diversity of each
individual must be valued and respected.
Required Skills I. Duties and Responsibilities
Client Services Responsibilities
To assist members daily in the enhancement of their ADL (activities
of daily living) skills through practical experience and training
both individually and in groups. To promote the right of people
with an intellectual disability to exercise choice and to make
meaningful decisions in their lives. To ensure that adequate
services and flexible resources are non-intrusive, cost effective
and provided by qualified, trained personnel to meet individual
needs and preferences. To provide case management, outreach and
advocacy to members, and be accountable for the quality and
quantity of casework. To develop strong, supportive relationships
with the clients. To provide for client care and safety, and
observe all safety measures; provide safety responses to emergency
situations when necessary. To interact with clients in order to
assess needs, provide information, discuss problems, set limits and
encourage growth and development. To empower individuals and their
families to speak out for themselves and others, initiate ideas,
have choices and make decisions about needed supports. To enhance
public awareness of the valuable roles persons with mental
retardation assume in society through promotion of physical and
social integration. To provide entry to services through a single,
local and familiar setting and recognizing the dignity of
achievement understanding these services lead to meaningful
benefits. To provide crisis intervention, monitor clients''
progress and act as a client advocate. To assist members in
planning, implementing and leading scheduled activities, to assess
members'' participation, motivation and interest in these
activities. To perform other duties as assigned by the Program
Manager.
Administrative Responsibilities/Record Keeping
To attend scheduled clinical and staff meetings and actively
participate to determine treatment plans, re-evaluate case needs
and goals, and develop skills. To maintain client records in
accordance with standard format and timetables. To attend scheduled
supervisory meetings with Program Manager. To maintain assigned
financial record keeping and submit requests and/or report
accurately and in a timely manner. To adhere to DDS regulations
regarding incident reporting, complete all DDS and agency required
paperwork such as case [progress] notes, times sheets, weekly
notes, bookkeeping, mileage, incident reports accurately and submit
them in a timely manner.
Required Experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Ability to work with the intellectually disabled population.
Ability to structure and organize job responsibilities with minimal
supervisions. Ability to master and organize job responsibilities
with minimal supervision. Ability to master mandated training, such
as but not limited to First Aid, CPR. Defensive Driving, Fire
Safety, and Administering Medication, Basic Human Rights.
Demonstrates good math, verbal and written communication skills.
Displays sound judgment and works well as a team player. Minimum
Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in human service field
preferred. Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric
clients preferred. Must have valid driver's license and safe
driving history. Must be bilingual, preferably bi-cultural
(English/Spanish). Must have availability of an automobile to
transport clients or perform other supportive services as
necessary.
Benefits: Health, 30 hours Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 32
hours The Gandara Mental Health Center provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to
all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,
transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gndara
Center provides residential, mental health, substance abuse and
preventive services for children, adults and families across the
Pioneer Valley and eastern parts of Massachusetts. Founded in the
Hispanic community, we value cultural diversity and strive to
provide culturally competent, innovative services to a diverse
community. MassLive.com.Category: Social Services, Keywords: Direct
Support Professional (DSP)
Keywords: Gandara Center, Springfield , DDS Direct Care: Part-Time & Relief, Other , Springfield, Massachusetts
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