Community Participation Support Staff

Community Participation Support (CPS) - 1:1

MCAR, Inc. - Hermitage, PA

www.mercerarc.org

Since 1952, MCAR, Inc. has been the leading provider of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We promote human rights, provide residential services and create employment opportunities for those with disabilities. We are seeking dedicated employees for our Habilitative Aide Program who want to help us continue to provide services that improve the quality of life for people with special needs in Mercer County.

• **Excellent starting wage**


• **Rewarding Career**

If this sounds like something in which you would be interested, we would love to have you. The work schedule hours vary Monday thru Friday. In some cases, there are evening and weekend shifts available if you choose. Hours for assignments are subject to vary.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to provide direct supervision, in a 1:1. Responsible for, but not limited to, adhering to Community Participation guidelines established through MCAR, Inc. and the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) in providing direct supervision in 1:1 community setting. Serve as implementor for individual's goals per annual ISP. Complete computer based charting (Therap), data entry including payroll and attendance, time sheets, and other required documentation. Work is reviewed by Community Participation Program Director and Transitional Coordinator through observation, review of documentation and a written evaluation annually.

ESSENTIAL JOB AND DECISION-MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Care, Administers emergency CPR and first aid utilizing universal precautions as needed; responsible for completing the process for administering prescribed medications to individuals supported across all approved locations within the program; implements ISP goals; completes Community Participation approved activities with the supported individuals; completes daily computer entry of charting and progress notes, assists Individuals with personal care needs; provides instruction, demonstration, hands-on-training as needed, maintains adequate supplies for Individuals to complete available sub-contract and day activities; counts, records, and monitors finished product for quality control; monitors Individuals problems/concerns referring to Transitional Coordinators as needed; responsible for record-keeping, attendance at staff and other meetings, annual ISP reviews; participates in a minimum of 24 hours of annual in-service training, assists in arrival/departure logistics; assists Individuals during lunch and break times; and other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. High School diploma/GED


2. Ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific problems or disability.


3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Individuals, family members and other staff.


4. Basic knowledge of developmental disabilities and its social and emotional impact.


5. Ability to obtain and maintain certification in non-violent crisis intervention.


6. Ability to make sound judgment regarding the health and safety of persons with developmental disabilities and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED WHEN PERFORMING ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Car/Van (handicap with lift) Copier Machine

Computer Fax Machine

Dollies Scale

Electric Pallet Truck Assorted Hand Tools and Various Electric Tools

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hourly Rate - $17.57