Direct Care Staff
Company: PAS Associates
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
Valley Achievement Center (VAC) is seeking Direct Care Staff.
-This position will provide assistance and support to clients in a
home setting, via the internet, or in a facility setting. The goal
of Direct Care Staff is to help clients gain independence through
providing assistance with daily living and adaptive functioning
skills. Job Responsibilities:
Coach/assist clients with daily
living including personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation,
emergency responses, social interaction, and grocery shopping and
medical appointments. Follow health and safety plans and follow
physician's direction for client care. Ensures/records client
prescription medication. Provides client transportation in an
insured personal or company vehicle. Ensures Individual Service
Plans are followed for each client. Completes and submits all
paperwork as required by Valley Achievement Center. Assists client
with finding appropriate social activities. Performs shift
requirements per supervisor and client support plans. Assists
client with budgeting, including but limited to: cashing checks,
balancing cash box, maintaining a bill paying calendar. Follows all
policies and procedures as outlined in VAC handbook. Ensure client
safety at all times. Maintain close proximity to client at all
times. Maintain the client's binder and notify Lead Staff of any
concerns regarding client programming. Implement VAC techniques and
approved methods of intervention for client behavior(s). Maintain a
professional and objective relationship with clients, parents, VAC
vendors, supervisors and other employees. Protect and uphold client
confidentiality at all times. Collect, record, and maintain
accurate data pertaining to client's IPP/ISP goals. May work with a
variety of clients within the Autism Spectrum or with other
Developmental Disabilities. Complete daily assigned job
responsibilities at the beginning or end of shift. Ability to
exercise appropriate behavior modification techniques when
necessary. Follow appropriate chain of command when faced with
concerns related to clients, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and
other employees. Attends, and actively participates in, all
required employee meetings. Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness,
and personal accountability; looks for ways to improve or promote
quality. Adheres to all VAC policies and procedures as outlined in
the Employee Handbook. Actively participate in community-based
instruction throughout the year, and actively participate in water
activities (changing into appropriate swim attire is required, as
outlined the VAC Dress Code). Exemplifies VAC's Mission, Vision and
Core Values. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications:
Required to have a safe, reliable and
insured vehicle on hand during all scheduled shifts. Prior
experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
preferred. Ability to follow goals and objectives established for
each client. Ability to work any shift as required by the
supervisor or the client needs. Must be 18 years of age to work in
the SLS Program. Ability to communicate effectively (oral and
written) with students, parents, VAC vendors, supervisors and other
employees. Ability to work as a team, and independently without
direct supervision; actively participate and collaborate with other
team members. Knowledge of crisis management techniques preferred.
Ability to maintain composure, remain objective, demonstrate sound
judgment and react effectively in challenging situations. Flexible
and adaptable to client, program, and organizational changes.
Exhibits a positive, solution oriented and motivating demeanor at
all times. Educational Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required
(all programs). Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift 60 lbs. without
assistance. Frequent squatting, sitting, walking, standing, bending
and twisting, kneeling, crawling, climbing. Occasional running,
pushing and pulling, reaching above and below shoulder level.
Regular exposure to excessive noise levels. Walking and running on
uneven surfaces. Regular exposure to outside elements, including
excessive heat, direct sunlight, cold, wind or rain. Certificates:
Valid Driver's License and evidence
of insurability. CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Completion
of QBS Safety Care training within 3 months of employment.
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Keywords: PAS Associates, Bakersfield , Direct Care Staff, Other , Bakersfield, California
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