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Ability Plus - Decatur, AL
posted 4 days ago
About the position
At Ability Plus, our mission is Enabling Lives & Dreams... Ability Plus offers a community-inclusive home environment to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Ability Plus is seeking people who are enthusiastic, caring, capable and want to make a positive difference for residents and care recipients. We offer a supportive team environment and career development opportunities. Direct Care Staff provide personal care to individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential setting. Duties include but are not limited to: assisting residents with personal hygiene, daily living activities, documenting behavior and assisting with medications. ALL applicants must present a high school diploma/GED, Valid Driver's License, proof of valid auto insurance and successfully complete the E-Verify process. All Applicants MUST PASS a drug test, background check, TB test and have a clean driving record. Benefits available for full time (40hr) employees after 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Follow the Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) guidelines and the Person Centered Plan (PCP) of the individuals served.
- Maintain professional behavior consistent with API's culture, mission, values, philosophy and policies.
- Assist individuals in making their own choices and maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles.
- Monitor changes in individuals' general health, appearance, behavior and patterns of activities.
- Provide direct supervision and remain alert and awake at all times.
- Monitor and maintain a clean, safe and secure environment.
- Encourage individuals in making healthy dietary choices.
- Carry out requests pertaining to daily activities, including cooking, household chores, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management.
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene skills and tasks.
- Complete necessary paperwork to meet API, federal and state regulatory requirements.
- Complete mandatory, ongoing training requirements.
- Report to work on time and follow API's approval policy for absences.
- Promote the rights and freedom of individuals served.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid U.S. driver's license or Official State ID.
- Acceptable background check.
Nice-to-haves
- Ability to communicate, write and prepare complete, concise and clear reports.
- Ability to perform housekeeping duties.
- Ability to intervene during crisis situations.
- Adequate vision and hearing to supervise clients.
- Ability to remain awake, aware and alert during working hours.
- Dependable and committed to the daily care and quality of life of the consumers.
Benefits
- Benefits available for full time (40hr) employees after 90 days.
