DescriptionJOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision of the Program Director of Adult Day Program and serves as a member of the day program team; to create and provide engaging virtual training resources, with an emphasis on Person Centered Thinking principles, for individuals with developmental disabilities by personally performing the following duties and other related job duties as assigned:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Direct Service
- Create virtual, person-centered curriculumthrough innovative, creative, and technology-based services to meet individual goals and objectives as identified in Individual Service Plans (ISP).
- Design relevant curriculum opportunities for individuals by collaborating with Individual Success Coordinators to review the individuals' choices and preferences.
- Create content that offers a variety of meaningful curriculum choices for individuals with services and supports provided which enable individuals to have real choices in where they live, work and socialize and that promote self-determination in the pursuit of their personal future.
- Provide curriculum, supplies and written material to individuals and in a form or language they understand to facilitate understanding and successful participation.
- Partner with staff designated to review and approve content proposals in preparation for readiness of virtual class material.
- Determine and prepare for the details related to a virtual activity, to include updates for the website, materials needed and what materials can be mailed/delivered to individuals.
- Lead relevant and meaningful classes as scheduled daily/weekly, by effectively facilitating participation and engagement.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural preferences, values and lifestyles of individuals and families.
- Ensure content remains fresh and meaningful as evaluated by individual engagement, attendance, and feedback.
- Lead individualized curriculum if requested by a participant.
- Maintain a tracking record of individual participation in virtual classes for tracking and billing purposes.
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques, transfers, use of wheelchair lifts and tie-downs, and understand the consequences of non-compliance.
- Perform maintenance and clean-up duties as required, i.e., dishes, floors, and wheelchairs.
- Provide exceptional service both internally and externally.
- Follow all safety procedures as outlined by the Injury, Illness and Prevention Program Safety Manual and understand the consequences of non-compliance.
- Provide exceptional service both internally and externally.
- Comply with privacy laws and requirements under HIPAA regulations and understand the consequences of non-compliance.
- Typical work hours are Monday through Friday; 5 hours per day.
Meetings
- Attend and participate in staff meetings on a weekly basis and others, as assigned.
RequirementsQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 1991.Education and/or Experience
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED is preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year teaching.
- Experience working with individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
Competencies
- Exceptional Verbal & Written Communication Skills
- Creativity
- Presentation Skills
- Technological Skills; proficient in video calling software, Microsoft, Office 365
- Customer Focus
- Perseverance/Composure & Patience
- Time Management & Priority Setting
- Ability to learn and be flexible
Working Knowledge of
- Philosophies, objectives and goals of community service organizations.
- Disabilities and related characteristics of individuals served by the agency.
- Effective interpersonal communication techniques.
- Community resources, related agencies, and available services.
- Basic computer skills using word processing and data management programs.
Mathematical Skills
- Calculate figures and amounts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.
- Ability to apply basic math concepts.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to solve practical problems and use available resources.
- Work independently with minimum supervision.
- Interpret and follow a variety of instructions provided verbally, written, in diagram and/or schedule form.
- Maintain composure and good judgment under stressful conditions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, individuals, and the public.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Possession of a current valid California driver's license and a driving record that meets the standards of the agency.
- Possession of a current certificate in Adult CPR with AED from an approved provider.
- Possession of a current certificate in Basic First Aid from an approved provider.
- Position requires current fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice.
- Position requires pre-placement physical.
- Position requires proof of negative TB test within the past twelve (12) months.
- Evidence of full COVID-19 vaccination status as documented by Vaccination Record and includes the passing of two (2) weeks from the last required dose.
Other Skills and Abilities:Use of general office equipment.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 an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Walk, sit, stand and lift or carry items not weighing more than 25 lbs.
- Safely push adult individuals in wheelchairs consistent with the organization's safety policies.
- Safely transfer, position and lift adult individuals using proper lifting techniques or devices, and lift teams, as appropriate for the specific individual and consistent with the organization's safety policies.
- Safely use wheelchair lifts and perform tie-downs.
- Talk and hear.
- Use hands and fingers to handle, feel objects, tools or controls.
- Occasionally, the employee must reach for items, crouch or kneel.
- Successful performance requires specific vision abilities that include close to far vision, to include depth perception and visual accuracy.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a remote work position; work can be performed in an area suitable for the employee so long as client information remains secure and duties are able to be performed. IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1986At the time of appointment applicants must provide documents evidencing identity and authorization to work in the United States. Easter Seals Superior California is obligated to examine every candidate's documents that (1) identify the individual and (2) are evidence of authorization to work.