DSP - Employment PT (One to One), Tue Thurs 2 PM - 8:15 PM

About the role

MARC, Inc. of Manchester is a not-for-profit agency supporting people with disabilities in Manchester, Connecticut and surrounding towns since 1952. We embrace the philosophy that all people should live, work, and play in their community, making friendships and contributions consistent with their skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance natural supports in community businesses employing individuals supported by MARC, Inc.
• Learn each individual’s job by mastering job requirements according to Policies and Procedures, Job Description, and employer standards.
• Provide all necessary supports so the individual can perform their job according to the employer’s Policies and Procedures.
• Assist the individual in developing natural supports and mastering their job description, while gradually reducing your own support.
• Educate the individual on employer Policies and Procedures, Job Descriptions, emergency and safety procedures, social events, and other key workplace information.
• Provide information on transportation options and assist the individual in coordinating or training for these options.
• Manage an assigned caseload, including writing reports, making phone contacts, attending meetings, and providing employment and other necessary supports for success and satisfaction.
• Complete all documentation in compliance with MARC Policies and Procedures and other monitoring agencies.
• Support individuals in participating in self-advocacy activities if they choose.
• Perform subcontract work and agency custodial duties as needed.
• Transport individuals in agency or personal vehicles when necessary, ensuring vehicle cleanliness, proper maintenance, and reporting repairs to the Employment Coordinator.
• Attend in-services, outside agency meetings, all-staff meetings, committee meetings, and employee meetings as specified.
• Work schedules and hours are subject to change based on the needs of people with disabilities.
• Perform other duties as designated by the Employment Coordinator.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of proactive thinking and positive supports.
• Ability to drive and use a personal vehicle to transport employees and/or yourself.
• Ability to obtain a public service license and maintain personal auto liability insurance and registration.
• Ability to lift nonambulatory people and perform frequent sitting, walking, and driving.
• Understanding and ability to practice agency policies and State and Federal laws, policies, and regulations.
• Ability to analyze situations, develop creative solutions, and act quickly while remaining calm in a crisis.
• Ability to train and consult with employees and other individuals both internally and within the community.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize, be flexible, work alternative hours, maintain a neat work area, and work independently.
• Must be able to complete all essential job duties, minimum qualifications, and physical efforts with or without a disability.

Physical Efforts

• Frequent sitting, walking, standing, and driving.
• Ability to lift and transfer up to 30 lbs. and occasional lifting of nonambulatory people.

This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Employment Coordinator.