Supported Living Specialists Duties as related to Direct Client Service Are As Follows:

1. Assist people who receive our services to share places, and develop a positive reputation and status with people in their community.
2. Assist consumers in making healthy and safe choices that affect their life in their community.
3. Assist consumers to grow in their relationships with others in their community.
4. 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:

• laundry,
• sweeping,
• vacuuming,
• dusting,
• dishes,
• bedroom,
• bathroom and
• kitchen at least once each week, or as needed.
• 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.