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Easterseals West Georgia IncPosted 5 months ago

Life Skills Assistant

On-siteColumbus, Ohio, United States or Columbus, Georgia, United States

Full Time

Job Summary

Conduct daily activities, facilitate individual learning experiences, and assist in developing living skills consistent with participant objectives identified in the Individual Support Plan. Provide personal care assistance including feeding, grooming, and toileting while supervising participants to ensure safety at all times. Implement activities of daily living skills using varied materials and experiences, and encourage adults to develop good nutritional habits. Assist with community outings by guiding riders in and out of the van, supervising participants on the vehicle to ensure no one is left alone, checking wheelchair lock downs and seat belts prior to departure, and maintaining transportation records. Perform routine housekeeping duties to keep assigned rooms, facilities, and outdoor areas clean. Advise the Adult Director or Transportation Coordinator of any irregularities in participant appearance or behavior, and report concerns for abuse or neglect immediately. Maintain assigned documentation, participant records, and supplies, adhering to all ESWG policies, licensing standards, and completing required in-service training.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Good interpersonal skills with adults
  • Ability to obtain fingerprint criminal background check clearance, including a DMV report, if driving vehicles
  • Ability to communicate well orally and in writing
  • Ability to interpret and carry out written or oral instructions
  • Current First Aid certification
  • Current CPR certification
  • Current CPI certification
  • Ability to attend in-service training to maintain and increase knowledge and skills in the field of adult day services and special education
  • Ability to successfully complete at least 20 hours of training per year
  • Ability to receive a rating of 20 (meets expectation) or higher on all performance reviews

Desired Qualifications

  • Education or experience working with adults in a rehabilitation, educational or adult day facility

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