Community Living Professional (FT) - Westmoreland County

FUNCTION:

Provides direct care and personal supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community setting. Complies with Pennsylvania Chapter 6400 Regulations and the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services standards. Ensures the health, safety, and welfare of the individuals supported. Reports to the Community Living Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports the achievement of individuals' personal outcomes.
2. Implements the Department's policies and procedures relative to Community Homes.
3. Completes tasks and assignments as directed.
4. Completes the Medication Administration training successfully. Ensures all prescribed medication is dispensed and documented per the Department's policies and procedures in cooperation with the individual.
5. Assists the individual in completing necessary medical appointments and follow-ups; in learning about their community; provides opportunities for recreational activities, and in the direct personal care of the individual as needed. Implements formal and informal outcome plans to assist the individual in achieving personal outcomes.
6. Distributes individual funds, obtains and submits receipts, and assists with banking as directed.
7. Assists with the maintenance and upkeep of the home.
8. Communicates and resolves program and individual concerns with the Community Homes Supervisor on a regular basis. Participates in general staff meetings.
9. Adheres to the appropriate procedures in the event of a crisis situation. Complies with instructions given by the Supervisor. Contacts the appropriate people, both professionals and family as directed.
10. Participates on various committees and workgroups as requested or assigned.
11. Serves as a model of appropriate language, dress, and behavior.
12. Ensures effective communication with the individuals supported, families, and other people involved in the provision of supports for the individual as directed.
13. Receives 24 hours of training, annually, relevant to Human Services.
14. Transports individuals as assigned in a safe and timely manner.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned. 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.

The equivalent of a high school diploma and one year of related experience. Able to complete one-person transfers. Must meet Act 33 and 34 requirements. Valid license to drive in Pennsylvania and properly insured automobile for daily use.

ACHIEVA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (EOE) and an Employer Partner under the Ticket to Work Program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACHIEVA is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Department at412-995-5000.

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Achieva pays for all required clearances!

Benefits: Medical & Time Off

• Medical, Dental, and Vision with low employee monthly contributions:
  
  
  
  • Employee only: $61.00
  • Employee and Family: $152.00
  
  
  
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• Generous PTO plans including vacation, sick, and personal
• 8 Paid holiday days
• Achieva paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability and Whole Life and Group Term Life Insurance
• 403(b) Plan (All Employees) with employer contribution
• Employee sign-on bonus of $3000 for Full-time employees (distributed in installments)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid training
• Paid mileage for traveling between client sites and offices with a personal vehicle
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness