Direct Support Specialist - Community: Part-Time
Company: Bucks IU
Location: Cranbury
Posted on: September 14, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:
Summary/Objective\: Under the direction of the Supervisor of Adult
Programs and Services, provide direct support to adults with
disabilities in varied settings within the community in the Central
Bucks area. Support adults with disabilities in developing,
refining, and generalizing skills necessary for successful
integration within the community. - -
Essential Functions\:
Other Duties\:This position description does not express, nor does
it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed
by the incumbent(s) in this position. - Additional duties may be
assigned by the Administrator of the department, as needed, to
adapt to the changing needs of the organization.
Competencies\:
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits
objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes
feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts
success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group
commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to
succeed.
Supervisory Responsibility\: No direct supervisory
responsibilities.
Work Environment\: - The work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly
required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required
to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee
may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance
and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently
lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move
up to 25 pounds. - Specific vision abilities required by this job
include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral
vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work\: This is a part-time, 260-day
calendar position. Days and hours of work are -Monday and Wednesday
3\:30pm - 7\:30pm and/or Friday 8\:30 - 4\:00pm. Up to 20 hours a
week total. Flexible evening and/or weekend work may be required as
job duties demand. -
Travel\: travel between buildings and locations in the community
required Qualification:
Education and Experience\:
1. Experience with students or adults with disabilities
preferred
2. Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License required if transporting
students
3. Able to pass Motor Vehicle background check
Level of Degree\:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\:
The Community Participation Support Aide must demonstrate ability
to
Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)\: -
Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States
required.
EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer\: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity
employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an
inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of
disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under
federal, state, or local laws.
Keywords: Bucks IU, East Brunswick , Direct Support Specialist - Community: Part-Time, Other , Cranbury, New Jersey
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