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We are looking for skilled professionals to work with the individuals we support one-on-one in order to develop and achieve independent living skill goals. The Individualized Home Support Specialist (IHSS) works directly with individuals with Physical Disabilities, Mental Illnesses, and Developmental Disabilities providing skill-building and instructional services to acquire, retain and improve the person’s experience living in the community. Individualized home supports can be provided in the individual’s own home, family’s home, or in community spaces used by the general public, and service delivery is provided either in person or remotely. This position is a great opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life and enable them to live as independently as possible!

Professional Responsibilities of the IHSS:

Plan and participate in person-centered activities including coordinating and maintain schedule with individuals served

Provide cueing, skill maintenance, guidance, instruction, assistance with activities of daily living, and assistance with coordination of community living activities or direct supervision

Periodic individual program support plan review and documentation

Training via in-servicing, role modeling and staff meetings in the area of program services including: IHS goal areas, behavioral plans or approaches, documentation and client approach/rapport

Coaching and working with the individuals on community living service categories:

Community participation

Health, safety and wellness

Household management

Adaptive skills

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Driver’s license and dependable transportation.

Ability to pass DHS background study

One year of experience working per persons with disabilities (Three years preferred)

Ability to Multi-task and work under time constraints

Excellent communication skills with clients, staff and other service providers

Proactive approach to case management demonstrating leadership skills at all times with the ability to work independently

Strong assessment and organizational skills

Four-year degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services (Preferred)
Reference : IHS Specialist ($17-19/hr) jobs

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