Summary/ObjectiveThis position will be working directly in a crisis respite setting with individuals with a diagnosis of autism, I/DD and/or behavioral health needs. Constant engagement with and supervision of the individuals will be a requirement for staff. This will include programs specific to the individual's needs based on their IP; implementation as applicable of Applied Behavioral Analysis (which is a highly scheduled, intensive therapeutic approach to teach expected behavior and life skills); implementation of highly structured Behavior Support Plans and other approaches that the team determines appropriate for the individual. Implementation of intense behavioral programming is likely for issues including self-injury, aggression and elopement.Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsOrganize and maintain residential and instructional areaPrepare and keep reinforcement and needed program materials accessibleDelivers instruction following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback given from supervisorsCollect data accurately following Boundless proceduresMaintain individual’s program bookMonitor individual’s ISP/Treatment Plan objectives and the progression of goalsComplete any documentation needed for the individual when assigned by SupervisorsDeliver reinforcement following principles as learned in initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback from supervisorsImplements specific behavior plans as directed by supervisorsDemonstrates accurate implementation of programs as taught in initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback from supervisorsIdentifies concerns with program goals and interventions and communicates this to supervisorsAttends all training as directed by supervisor. This may include webinars or video trainingReceive and work towards goals developed by supervisorsCommunicates in a professional manner with coworkers and parentsSeeks, receives and applies feedback appropriately and professionallyDresses appropriately and arrives on time for workUses professional language when describing the children and/or behaviorsImplements Crisis Intervention and Behavioral Interventions to maintain safetyResponsible for reading and following all Boundless and Medicaid policy and proceduresDrives individuals to offsite program locations, school, appointments, and community activitiesInvolves individuals to whatever capacity possible in community events and activitiesPerforms duties within home including, but not limited to: cooking; cleaning; laundry; grocery shopping for the individuals or with them (in conjunction with their individual plans). Packs lunches as designatedMonitors individuals health and reports any concerns to nursing staff and/or supervisorCompletes treatments as directed by nursing staffMaintains and fuels vehiclesThe above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work required.Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age; High School Diploma or equivalent; must be able to communicate in English, including both spoken and in writing.Licensure/Certification: Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid, CPR - adult, child, and infant; delegated nursing. (training will be provided, if not already certified); valid Ohio Driver’s License with Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; proof of auto insurance, and other certifications deemed by accrediting or licensing oversight.Experience: One year experience working with intellectually or developmentally disabled individuals and experience implementing ABA preferredSPECIAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:Must be detail oriented and have competent literacy and writing, documentation, communications and interpersonal abilities.Must be able to use tools and equipment as required – including pushing/pulling wheelchairs, lifting consumers with hoyer liftsPHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical activities for this position involve:BalancingStoopingPullingPushingStandingKneelingReachingLifting(up to 50 lbs)Carrying(up to 50 lbs)CrouchingCrawlinThe essential sensory and communicative activities include:FeelingSeeingSpeakingHearingAn individual in this position will be exposed to the following environmental conditions when performing duties:Inside Environmental ConditionsOutside Environmental ConditionsExposure to BloodExposure to Bodily FluidsCombative Residents2nd Shift: 3P- 11P Friday, Saturday and Sunday
