Developmental Specialist (Day Habilitation)

About the role

Vinfen is a nonprofit organization providing community-based services to individuals with various disabilities. This position plays a crucial role in supporting individuals served through case management, treatment planning, and direct support.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the activities of Program Instructors, interns, volunteers, and relief staff.
• Provides training, coaching, mentoring, and staff development activities.
• Directs observation and clinical interaction with Program Instructors during program hours.
• Develops and implements Day Habilitation Support Plans (DHSPs).
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of prescribed clinical, adaptive skills, communication, and other programs.
• Advocates for the needs of individuals served in all areas.
• Promotes self-expression, self-reliance, and creativity for all individuals served.
• Acts as a positive role model to Program Instructors and individuals served.
• Participates in consultation meetings with clinical staff.
• Works directly with individuals served individually and in groups.
• Assists with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Trains, mentors, and supports the activities of the staff.
• Maintains physical upkeep of the program area.
• Completes continuous training in applied behavioral analysis and teaching techniques.
• Completes successful in-service training on Positive Behavior Support modules.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• One to two years experience in a related function preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle.
• Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and pass a driver's screening background check.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds, operate a computer and other office equipment, sit, reach, climb stairs, maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways, assist in routine living activities, and perform other physical tasks.
• CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certifications are required within two weeks of hire.
• NET certification is required.

Pay

The pay range for this position is USD $24.09 - USD $24.09 /Hr.