SELF DETERMINATION ASSISTANT

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Affords instruction and supervision to people participating in the Self-Direction Program, including Community Habilitation and In Home Respite.
• Works with individuals in their own homes and in the community to increase their independence in activities of daily living.
• Assists individuals in skill-building activities as defined by Staff Action Plan, such as, but not limited to:
• Gaining and maintaining independence in areas of their daily living skills
• Providing a break to the Caregiver (In Home Respite only)
• Accessing and/or being involved in their community
• Learning social skills while at home and/or in community
• Provides ongoing supports and safeguards as required by individuals Service Plan (this may include budgeting, transportation, and incidental personal care tasks).
• Responsible for submitting necessary billing and program documentation and ensuring any improper or fraudulent submissions are avoided.
• Ensures confidentiality and secure handling of all confidential and potentially sensitive information.
• Safely transports individuals to and from activities and appointments, in their own vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license unless otherwise listed in self-directed plan
• Ability to transport individuals in personal vehicle as needed
• Valid driver’s License and insurance documentation is required (unless hiring party being served has agreed it is not needed)
• Ability to use a personal device (cell phone, tablet, etc.) that meets agency requirements to complete documentation
• This includes downloading Microsoft Intune (a Mobile Device Management software that ensures compliance with security controls to protect agency information) and additional apps
• Compliance with any applicable regulatory background checks
• Meet Individual/Individual Family specified requirements
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position as required by prescribed program/plan