DSP (Job Coach)
Company: The Arc San Francisco
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: May 6, 2022
Job Description:
Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Job CoachWill need car and
valid driver's license. -Organizational Summary:The Arc San
Francisco is a non-profit service and advocacy organization for
adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their
families living in San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo counties.
-Position SummaryCreates a learning environment in which adults
with developmental disabilities can learn to function more
independently in their home, in the community, or at work sites. -
Designs instruction methods based on measurable objectives,
maintains records of client progress, analyze barriers to learning,
and creates alternative instructional plans to overcome barriers to
learning. May travel to, and work with clients in their homes, at
work sites, or in the community. Responsible for coordination of
individualized service delivery to clients. Responsible for
resource development for all client centered service needs.
Responsible for providing a range of services to adults with
developmental disabilities that could include but not limited
to:
- Paid Work instruction
- Volunteer Work instruction
- Employment Placement & Support Services
- Mobility Training
- Sensory Integration Activities
- Social Activities in the community
- Academic Activities
- Behavior Plans
- Recreational Activities
- Artistic Development
- Leadership Activities
- Community Involvement (Self-Advocacy)
- Aging Support Services
- Housing Advocacy
- Independent Living Skills
- Supported Living Services
- Acts as a liaison to families, care providers, case managers
and community resources. Plans, implements and coordinates clients'
overall program -plans.Platinum BenefitsWe offer a very rich
medical plan, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance
program (as a resource), and PTO (sick and vacation). -Essential
Duties and -Responsibilities
- Works with clients on a one on one basis or in a group setting
to provide a wide range of services.
- Develops and implements direct instructional plan for clients
in community or residential sites.
- In conjunctions with service manager(s) prepares annual
calendar for program participant reviews and assists program
participants in facilitates case reviews and goal plan(s) for each
program/ service.
- Ensures maintenance of -client emergency information, and
client records.
- Maintains records and other documents as requested by direct
Supervisor; updates IPP information as needed, completes
assessments as needed, and maintains daily log of activities and
observations.
- Addresses all issues and crises related to client
services.
- Ensures implementation of all safety policies and
procedures.
- Attends and participates in relevant meetings, conferences and
training as assigned.
- Provides ongoing advocacy and follow-along support as needed
for implementation of each client's individual plan.
- Assists with the creation and maintenance of community sites
and partnerships.
- Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills and
Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience or interest to work with adults with developmental
disabilities at a variety of functioning levels.
- Adult Education or Special Education certification or
eligibility is desirable.
- Comfortable in using various technology: Microsoft Office,
Smartphone, Web based time clock.
- Flexible schedule - Some early morning, afternoon, evening and
weekend hours may be required.
- Knowledge of and commitment to the principles and concepts of
normalization/integration.
- Sensitivity and concerns for the rights and needs of the
individuals served, including a desire to relate to those
individuals as dignified and competent individuals.
- Clear communication skills, both oral and written.
- Valid California driver's license, safe driving record and
current proof of insurability if driving on agency business.
- Works with clients on a one on one basis or in a group setting
to provide a wide range of services.Physical Demands:The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Repetitive key board use, phone use, walking, standing, bending
stooping and direct client interaction.
Keywords: The Arc San Francisco, San Mateo , DSP (Job Coach), Education / Teaching , San Mateo, California
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