What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Living Support Specialist position at THE ARC BALTIMORE, INC?
A personal vehicle is required. We encourage qualified applicants to apply for any of the openings listed. During the phone screen process we will try to match you with a position that works best with your schedule and location preference.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position involves working with children and/or adults who reside with their families or caregivers, ensuring their participation in all aspects of community life, offering and assisting with services that support them in doing so.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assist with daily living skills (e.g. lifting, transferring, toileting, bathing, personal hygiene, meals, dressing, social activities, etc.).
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Promote appropriate community integration and social interaction.
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Assisting in the implementation of outcomes and goals developed in the Individual Plan (IP).
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Complete paperwork as assigned including documentation (e.g.monthly progress notes, community integration logs, incident reports, etc.)
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Attend all meetings, in-service training's, and monthly supervisions as required by supervisor.
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Work cooperatively with professional and paraprofessional staff in the best interest of the supported individual.
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Work cooperatively with the individual’s family members and caregivers.
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Assist with the individual’s recreational, cultural and vacation plans of his/her choice.
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Ensure that the individual assigned has interaction opportunities with peers who are not disabled.
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Ensure receipts and back-up documentation for any monetary responsibilities.
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Demonstrate proper use of the agency approved time keeping KRONOS (for Arc employees).
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Complete all agency required training's for position.
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Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures as specified by The Arc Baltimore.
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Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
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High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
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Related experience preferred.
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Must be able to work independently.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Individual will work in a culturally diverse and stimulating environment; Individual must enjoy working in the community.
- May be required to lift /assist in transferring individuals, as needed.
- Valid Maryland driver’s license required and approved clean driving record necessary
- Individual must have own vehicle.