Journey of Choice, Inc. Supported Living Services

 

§58643. Supported Living Services Specialist
The specialist will establish and maintain a constructive and appropriate personal relationship with consumers to minimize risks of endangerment to the health, safety, and well-being of consumers while promoting their full participation in their community, encouraging their active role in socialization, building relationships outside of the staff and continuing to build skills that promote a consumer's social structure and positive reputation and interaction within their community.
Reports to the Supported Living Services Coordinator


Qualifications

Must possess the ability to work effectively for and with individuals with developmental disabilities and have the following skills:

  • Be able to work effectively for and with individuals who have intellectual and behavioral differences.
  • Effectively support consumer's to develop a community network in their community.
  • Be able to act independently and function as part of an overall team.
  • Keep accurate service delivery records.
  • Good judgment and reasoning skills a must.
  • Good communication skills and a willingness to listen.
  • Approved Criminal History Check by the Department of Justice.
  • Current TB test, CPR/First Aid Certification.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to speak, read and write in English.
  • Proven organizational skills, prioritizing tasks and time management skills.
  • Internet skills and basic use of Word and other applications, will train.
  • Ability to complete basic arithmetic computations and perform tasks such as balancing a checkbook and recording expenditures.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of community resources.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays.

Applicants must also have:

  • CA driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Reliable automobile.
  • Current Auto Insurance, including liability - minimum suggested $300,000.
  • Driving record that meets agency standards

Other requirements:

  • California Mandated Reporter and Signed Confidentiality Statement & Agreement

Duties (Specific for each individual)

A primary duty of a Supported Living Support Specialist (SLSS) is to enhance the ability of the consumer to lead a self-determining life by providing the support and information necessary to build self-esteem, and assertiveness to make decisions. To accomplish these duties, the SLSS will understand the consumer's preferences, have read their ISP and be oriented to the goals and understand for respective consumers. The SLSS's will facilitate and teach daily living routines to maximize skills, abilities, and independence.

Specific duties include:

  • Assist people who receive our services to share places, and develop a positive reputation and status with people in their community.
  • Assist consumers in making healthy and safe choices that affect their life in their community.
  • Assist consumers to grow in their relationships with others in their community.
  • Provide direct training and related support services to people who receive our services.
  • Activities of Daily living:
    • Dressing including appropriate selection weather related clothing, dressing where needed and shoe tying.
    • Assistance with hair care, nails care, oral care, and toileting.
    • Assistance in showering and shampooing.
    • Meal planning, preparation and eating regulation.
    • Preparing for day program, bedtime routine, and waking.
  • Household maintenance:
    • Household duties including laundry, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, dishes, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen at least once each week, or as needed. Heavy cleaning completed monthly.
    • Grocery shopping as scheduled.
  • Health Maintenance:
    • Medication: Administer and chart medications and treatments as per doctor's orders.
    • Provide basic first aid as needed.
    • Communicate health issues to the Coordinator and Conservator/Family.
    • Schedule and attend medical appointments for the person supported as appropriate and directed.
  • Safety/Security
    • Security: Check emergency equipment weekly. Check locks daily.
    • Safety: Check for potential safety hazards on a daily basis.
    • Review safety rules for each consumer to ensure their specific needs are met.
    • Assist with contacting landlord or the Coordinator for needed emergency repairs.
    • Other duties as agreed upon by the Supported Living Coordinator and the Executive Director.

     
trudy@journeyofchoice.com