Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
Description I. The employee in this position will provide support and accompany individuals on a variety of outings, events and activities that support their ISP objectives and goals. Team member will provide safe transp…
Skills: Patient Care, Safe Transportation, Behavioral Support, Community Engagement, Medical Appointment Assistance
Norfolk, Virginia, United States • On-site
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Provide support and safe transportation for individuals with disabilities during community outings and medical appointments to meet ISP goals. Assist with personal hygiene, documentation of events, and maintaining professional interactions with community members.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 21 years old with an acceptable driving record. Candidates must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and complete mandatory certifications including CPR, First Aid, and TOVA.
Description
I. The employee in this position will provide support and accompany individuals on a variety of outings, events and activities that support their ISP objectives and goals. Team member will provide safe transportation for individuals to field trips, appointments, school and upon emergency circumstances in St. Mary’s insured vehicles. Team member will also help the individuals develop relationships with members and organizations in the community. They will also assist with medical appointments as scheduled by the appointment nurse.
II. The employee in this position will have a flexible schedule and will be required to work every other weekend, early release or when there is no school (summer break, holiday break, spring break, etc.).
Requirements
RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with St. Mary’s Home mission, policies, and procedures, including treating the individuals and others with dignity and respect at all times.
B. Provide meaningful interactions with the individuals during the outing to enhance the experience of it while incorporating ISP objectives and goals.
C. Provide safe transportation for the individuals to community outings and medical appointments. During periods when field trips are not scheduled, the employee will be available to assist in other ways needed by the facility.
D. Responsible for assisting the Direct Support Professional who works with the individuals with personal hygiene, lifting, toileting, and dressing appropriately for the weather and type of activities as needed. Assembles supplies that will be needed on the field trip and/or medical appointment (i.e., diapers, sunscreen, umbrellas, meals, snacks, etc.).
E. Communicate to the nurse any concerns about the health status of the individual upon return from the outing or appointment.
F. Report immediately any concerns about the vehicles to the Community Integration Specialist Supervisor and/or maintenance.
G. Reports and/or documents routine and unusual events including completing field trip documentation using CareTracker, daily vehicle visual inspections (i.e. tie down system, lights on the van, first aid kit, van lift, etc.), accident reports, etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner.
H. Must attend St. Mary’s mandatory in-services (infection control, OSHA regulations, Relias training, driving training and regulations, confidentiality, behavior plans, etc.).
I. Must Complete basic driving training with an approved instructor from Community Engagement Specialist Team.
· Must pass a competency test including but not limited to:
o 4-point securement training on transport approved wheelchairs and strollers
o Seatbelt training
o Completion of Vehicle log forms
J. Other duties as assigned.
I. CONDUCT:
In addition to the specifics listed below, the employee should demonstrate respect and courtesy at all times, and act as a “good will ambassador of St. Mary’s,” positively greeting others and offering assistance as needed.
A. Complies with attendance and punctuality policies
II. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be able to sit, stand and walk for variable lengths of time.
III. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
IV. EDUCATION:
A. Have High School Diploma or GED required, some experience working with individuals with severe disabilities preferred.
B. Use proper grammar and punctuation when writing information about individual behavior, reporting an accident or injury, or other forms of written communication.
Our mission is to provide quality, personalized care for children and adults with complex medical and behavioral needs.
St. Mary’s Home in Norfolk is a special place full of love and laughter, where children and young adults from all across Virginia live, play, go to school and receive complex, professional, around-the-clock care in a nurturing, comfortable environment to help them achieve their fullest potential. Staff provides medical, therapeutic, educational and recreational services for 88 children ages newborn to 21 years. With the opening of The Albero House in 2013, St. Mary’s Home also cares for 12 adults older than age 21.
Offices: 6171 Kempsville Circle, Norfolk, VA 23502, US
Our mission is to provide quality, personalized care for children and adults with complex medical and behavioral needs.
St. Mary’s Home in Norfolk is a special place full of love and laughter, where children and young adults from all across Virginia live, play, go to school and receive complex, professional, around-the-clock care in a nurturing, comfortable environment to help them achieve their fullest potential. Staff provides medical, therapeutic, educational and recreational services for 88 children ages newborn to 21 years. With the opening of The Albero House in 2013, St. Mary’s Home also cares for 12 adults older than age 21.
Offices: 6171 Kempsville Circle, Norfolk, VA 23502, US
