Direct Care Professional

This position is designed to support members in achieving their personalized goals by providing opportunities to develop independent and adaptive living skills, foster community involvement, and encourage social engagement in alignment with the agency’s mission. The instructor reports to the Program Director and is responsible for meeting specific objectives set in collaboration with the Director.

Responsibilities:
• Implements individualized goals for members, focusing on skill-building, independence, and personal growth.
• Plan and teach engaging classes such as life skills, art, math, science, literacy, or other innovative programs aligned with members' interests and needs.
• Encourages creativity and welcomes new ideas for classes, workshops, or activities that enhance members’ learning and participation.
• Coordinates and leads community outings, events, and activities to promote socialization, inclusion, and real-world application of skills.
• Provides ongoing, on-site training and support to both enclave and sheltered employment participants.
• Drive agency vehicles safely and responsibly, maintaining proper licensure, insurance, and all required documentation.
• Transports members to job interviews, employment sites, volunteer opportunities, and community inclusion activities.
• Accurately collects, maintains, and submits legible documentation and data daily as required by agency and regulatory standards.
• Adheres strictly to all OIDD standards, policies, and directives.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director