Direct Care Worker

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for individuals who are designated as ID/DD living in the supervised living program.
• Services Provided Will Include:
• Assistance and acquisition, retention, or improvement in social self-help, socialization, and other adaptive skills that enhance social development and skills in performing activities of daily living (i.e. money management, medication management).
• Meaningful day activities for the individual to include the acquisition and maintenance of skills, building positive social behavior and interpersonal competence, greater independence and personal choice.
• Community integration activities.
• Maintain responsibility for monitoring and supervising individuals at all times during service provision, whether in a supervised living home, during transporting, or in the community.
• Serve as a member of the Communicare Treatment Team and participate in team meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Work under the supervision of the Supervised Living Supervisor or other supervisor as designated.
• Transport Clients to various activities, appointments, etc.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform the responsibilities of the job as listed above.
• Must be CPI certified or able to complete CPI training and any other training required by DMH and Communicare.
• Ability to relate positively to individuals who are served through the Supervised Living program and their families.
• A current valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and an insurable driving record must be maintained continuously throughout employment.
• Must be able to provide transportation to individuals being served.