Day Hab Program Activity Assistant
On-siteRockland, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Provide instruction and skill building in self-help, communication, social development, and wellness areas while implementing clinical and daily plans for persons served. Assist in case management, interdisciplinary team reviews, and DHSP development, maintaining daily documentation and progress notes. Work directly with individuals and groups to ensure active engagement in meaningful activities throughout the day, offering choices wherever possible. Support crisis management using Positive Behavior Support and Safety Care, act as an advocate for persons served, and assist with staff training. Maintain physical upkeep of the program area, monitor supplies, and ensure equipment is used, cleaned, and stored appropriately. Communicate with management regarding treatment and programs, actively working toward community integration through opportunities and friendships.
Required Qualifications
- One year of relevant work experience/training
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle
- If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks
- A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment
- Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age
- Have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months
- Must be able to pass a driver's screening background check
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer
- Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways
- Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living
- Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping
- CPR within 2 weeks of hire
- First Aid within 2 weeks of hire
- New Employee Training (NET)
- Safety Care within 90 days of hire
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