About the Role
To provide support, assistance and supervision to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enable them to live valued lives in the community.
Responsibilities
- Identifies and reports any suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights
- Provides support, assistance and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans
- Ensures that each individual’s training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times
- Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice
- Follows positioning schedules, uses proper equipment and assistive devices per plan
- Provides necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture and equipment
- Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized
- Performs all other duties as assigned
- Mandated reporters must report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that they are involved in or witness.
Requirements
- Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
- Must possess a valid Driver's License with all necessary endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience.
- Must possess basic computer skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location
- Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location
- Minimum 3 years of driving experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $19.50 per hour
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
About the Company
- Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- At Sunrise we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services.
- As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people.
- This company is a Drug-Free Workplace.
Equal Opportunity
- Sunrise is an equal opportunity employer.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
