SUMMARY
Provide activities of daily living training and support to adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities that will enhance their quality of life in a residential setting.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- One year of specializing training within the DD/ MI population
- must maintain CPR, first aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certifications
- Ability to meet the established Illinois Department of Human Services DSP training
- Proof of auto insurance and good driving record
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide daily supervision of group home residents with primary responsibilities for household, recreational, community activities, maintenance of the residentsprogramming and facilities.
- Ensure safe living conditions for all persons served
- Train individuals to perform various tasks necessary to improve personal skills
- Assist, supervise and/or prepare meals and provide basic guidance in the fundamentals of basic cooking skills
- Supervise home care, hygiene and laundry programs
- Monitor and document residence self-administration of medication
- Provide daily supervision of group residents with primary responsibilities for recreational community activities
- Consultation with residents, caseworkers, and/ or significant others
