Direct Support Professional - Mt. Airy & Surrounding Areas

***$1,000 Signing Bonus Available!***

We are actively seeking Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals to provide Supported Employment services to our clients in the Winston-Salem area. Part-Time and Full-Time hours are available. In this role, you will provide our clients with assistance in seeking, obtaining, and maintaining meaningful employment, whether that is with a business in the community or via self-employment.

At Abound Health, we are proud to specialize in helping individuals with I/DD reach their fullest potential. Abound Health is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment.

Job Coach Qualifications & Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a trusting and positive relationship with each individual
• Ensure individuals needs and desires are met by goals and objectives in an individual’s plan
• Act as an advocate to/for individuals served and encourage individuals to advocate for themselves when seeking employment
• Observe and identify areas where an individual can increase independence or improve performance regarding a work-related tasks
• Ensure that all work required by the employer is completed satisfactorily (to the employer’s standards) and efficiently (within specified time frame)
• Assist and assure that the individual adheres to the policies and procedures of his/her individual workplace
• Ensure that the individual is working as independently as possible and that positive program practices are being utilized
• Utilize and develop adaptive equipment and other tools to assist the individual in learning the key elements of his/her job
• Bring all necessary materials to each specific work site (including but not limited to any adaptive equipment kept at the Abound office)
• Ensure that individuals are following all safety guidelines established by Abound as well as the individual job site
• Attend and participate in any and all training (informational, safety, etc.) provided by Abound.
• facilitate communication between Abound, the individual and the individual’s employer
• Work to facilitate accurate communication and the inclusion of the individuals into his/her workplace environment by way of appropriate interactions with co-workers
• Communicate with other Abound team members on a daily basis as well as during staff meetings regarding changes or updates for each individual supported
• Communicate appropriately and effectively with a variety of parties involved in the employment process – including but not limited to group home workers, case managers, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, social workers and parents. (With consent from the LRP)
• Provide support to the individual outside of work, as needed, ensuring that the individual has the available resources to maintain his/her job – including but not limited to practicing work-related tasks, arranging transportation, reviewing professional responsibilities and/or providing supportive counseling on personal issues that may affect job performance
• Work in a team atmosphere contributing ideas and suggestions and being open to ideas and suggestions of others
• Promote client outcomes in behavioral, social, and vocational realms
• Maintain a schedule of services/activities in a treatment plan
• Monitor and report on status of health and safety objectives
• Complete documentation of activities and significant events
• Submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines
• Complete initial and ongoing training and staff development activities

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass criminal record, dri