Direct Support Professional, Community Life Engagement
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States · On-site
$12/hr–$12/hr
Entry level
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Direct Support Professional, Community Life Engagement
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$12/hr–$12/hr
Part-time
high school, bachelor degree
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Assist participants with disabilities in becoming more independent and integrated into their local communities through daily activity support and employment assistance. Responsibilities include implementing individual programs, documenting progress, and providing safe transportation to designated locations.
Requirements
Requires a GED or High School Diploma, with a bachelor's degree in human services preferred. Candidates must possess a valid LA Driver's License, auto insurance, and reliable transportation that passes agency inspection.
Full job description
Are you looking for a career that makes a difference in your local community? Our community center located in New Orleans, LA is hiring!
Summary
Our CLE (Community Life Engagement) service professionals work to assist our participants with becoming a part of their local communities and becoming more independent. They work to integrate participants into the community by helping with daily activities, finding employment, providing transportation, and advocating for the rights and services of individuals with disabilities.
Essential Job Functions
Training and supervising assigned participants (work/non-work, community access, volunteerism)
Assists in planning and developing methods and procedures for implementing individual programs
Submits an initial assessment and continuous annual assessments on their participants' progress
Hold consistent meetings regarding an individual's programming/services
Implements and documents outcomes and methods per ISP and/or Behavior Management
Completing all service documentation (attendance, interaction, work/non-work activities)
Completing scheduled training and continued education
Provides confidential feedback to participants and other appropriate individuals. Advocates for all participants, as appropriate
Transports participants to designated locations following all safety and transportation guidelines
Drives a morning or afternoon route, including picking up participants from their homes or dropping off at their home
Education/Experience
GED or High School Diploma, bachelors degree in human services or related discipline preferred
Previous experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities preferred
Must have a valid LA Drivers License and auto insurance
Must have and be willing to use reliable transportation daily that passes agency inspection
Skills/Qualifications
Excellent time and priority management
Ability to collaborate with participants and their families as well as colleagues
Experience with Microsoft, including Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.
Critical thinking and problem-solving evidenced by past experiences
Disclaimer:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. This job description shall not constitute or be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between the Arc of Greater New Orleans and any of its employees.
EEO Statement
The Arc of Greater New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability-protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Human Resources department.
Related keywords
Direct Support ProfessionalCommunity Life EngagementIntellectual DisabilitiesISPBehavior ManagementHuman ServicesAdvocacyCommunity IntegrationParticipant AssessmentTransportation Safety
For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1953.
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1953
Headquarters
Metairie, Louisiana
LinkedIn followers
523
FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.
The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
OUR MISSION:
Arc of Greater New Orleans (ArcGNO) works to secure for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) opportunities to develop, function, and live to their fullest potential.
OUR PURPOSE:
To create, through education, advocacy, and support, a greater New Orleans community that includes, accepts, and celebrates IDD people.
OUR SERVICES:
The ArcGNO Family Service Coordination staff works with families of infants (0-3 years) to assess needs and identify effective therapies and treatments. The Community Integration and Employment Services' staff helps IDD adults 18+ explore their options for the future after high school. With job coaching and placement, including our Mardi Gras Recycling Center and community center day programs. Our direct service providers in the Residential Support Services program assist with a variety of tasks in the home and around the community.
Offices: 925 S Labarre Rd, Metairie, Louisiana 70001-5921, US
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