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Personal Support Specialist
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About the Role:
As a Personal Support Specialist at Advocates, you will play a vital role in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling and independent lifestyles. You will be part of a collaborative team that fosters a culture of inclusion, respect, and compassion.
Job Summary:
This role requires an individual who is enthusiastic, motivated, and open-minded, with a desire to thrive in a team-based environment. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate basic computer applications. They must also hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle, and be willing to use it to transport clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, feeding, taking medications, and Range of Motion (ROM) exercises, both in the home and in the community.
- Collaborate with residents to develop treatment and behavior plans, and goal building and achievement.
- Teach and model appropriate social and independent living skills, encouraging individuals to perform tasks as independently as possible and participate in activities.
- Actively participate in resident, family, team, and staff meetings.
- Accurately document progress and shift notes, changes to treatment and behavior plans, etc. Recognize and appropriately respond to changes in residents' status or behavior.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent degree. One year experience providing direct care with people who have cognitive or developmental disabilities preferred.
- Enthusiasm, motivation, open-mindedness, creativity, and the desire to thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and sound judgment.
- Ability to operate basic computer applications.
- Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle, and be willing to use it to transport clients.
About Us:
At Advocates, we are committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. We foster a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.
Why Consider a Career in Human Services?
Our Team members are dedicated to engaging and empowering individuals by forming lasting relationships, collaboratively achieving personal goals, offering creative solutions to everyday and complex situations, and actively listening. We exercise independent judgment and contribute to the overall success and benefit of the Team.
Estimated Salary: $18.50/hour
