What are the responsibilities and job description for the IDD Direct Services Instructor / Direct Support Professional - Full-Time position at Watauga Opportunities, Inc.?
DESCRIPTION:
- Responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities meet their goals.
- Provide adaptive skills training, positive integrative community experiences, and related educational activities.
- Keep accurate records and documentation of daily activities and progress for each participant as required by service standards.
- Implement participants’ goals according to their individual plans.
- Assist participants with maintaining employment by providing vocational skills training with a focus on job expectations.
- Act as an advocate and communicate professionally with other agencies, families, staff, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to effectively work with adults with developmental disabilities.
- High school diploma required and two years of experience in related area is preferred.
- Background check, MVR check, Driver's License with acceptable driving record, and reliable vehicle required.
DETAILS:
- Full-Time. 40 hours per week.
- Schedule is Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm.
- Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vacation/Holiday/Personal paid time off, Matching Retirement, Life Insurance, Travel Reimbursement, etc.
A Watauga Opportunities application must be completed to apply. Application may be found online at WWW.WOIWORKS.ORG and submitted through email at HR@woiworks.org or fax at (828) 264-5006 . To apply in person at our Jefferson location, call 336-489-8585 and schedule an appointment.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15