Job description

SUMMARY:

Assists Senior Habilitation / Vocational Specialist in supporting consumers in pursuit of their ISP goals

Every staff person employed in a program funded by New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities is required to cooperate with Pillar Care Continuum, DDD and Medicaid officials in any inspection or investigation.

DUTIES:

• Serves as an advocate for all Pillar Care Continuum Day Program Consumers; setting an example to staff that protecting and promoting dignity, respect, independence, health and safety is our primary commitment and responsibility.
• As guided by Senior Habilitation / Vocational Specialist, serves on team within designated area of responsibility to determine daily program activities for each individual.
• Assists consumers to achieve greatest degree of independence by supporting participation in program activities providing opportunities for choices at all times; may provide tutorial attention to consumers in pursuit of ISP goals and objectives.
• Participates in community activities with consumers as assigned by Senior Habilitation / Vocational Specialist.
• Assists consumers with personal needs including transferring, toileting, cleaning, grooming and feeding.
• Collects and records data as directed; including completing daily service notes within the Electronic Client Record. Responsible for recording daily attendance within the Electronic Client Record.
• As instructed by Senior Habilitation / Vocational Specialist and Behavior Coordinator, initiates or implements recommendations and/or behavior plans and maintain related documentation.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, individual supervision meetings and trainings as assigned; attends off-site trainings, and conferences.
• Drives a van route, serves as a van aide, as assigned by a supervisor or transportation coordinator.
• Performs other functions as directed by supervisor, Pillar management, or funding source representatives

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wayne, NJ 07470: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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