Day Program Specialist

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and implement programing for participants, including job readiness, independent living, education, training needs, and support needs.
• Develops, implements, and monitors individualized development plans by establishing appropriate goals and objectives for program participants.
• Maintain accurate and up to date case file records in compliance with agency, CARF and contract requirements.
• Follows up to ensure attendance and analyzes progress towards goal achievement for assigned program participants. Attendance reports, phone calls, and individual meetings are used to monitor progress.
• Provide direct support with activities and services based on individual participant or program staffing needs.
• Assess individual needs, strengths and interests. Develop and implement person-centered Individual Plans and objectives with input from participants and stakeholders.
• Attend, organize, and participant in interdisplinary staffing and team meetings.
• Build and maintain relationships with parents, primary caregivers and funding sources.
• Aid in the development of community resources to help participants maintain/improve communication, socialization, daily living skills, community integration and recreation/leisure interests. Utilize participant and stakeholder input to improve activities or services.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and outing bag is well stocked and up to date. Maintain van logs and maintenance. Must be able to maneuver in small spaces, appropriately use lift, and safety equipment. Must complete annual van training and compliance requirements (>5%).

Requirements

• Two years of college education or experience equivalency, and a minimum of 1 year experience.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record, which meets insurance, company criteria. Must have own vehicle or reliable transportation.
• Obtain and maintain first aid/CPR and Medication Management certification.
• Work experience in a recreational or human service field.