Direct Support Professional - Part-time

Direct Support Professional - Community Support FacilitatorPosition Details: Schedule: On Call Sundays through Saturdays All shifts (Overnights, Days, & Nights) Salary: $19.50 per hour Location: El CentroTMI is dedicated to assisting children and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy, as well as the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, to live, work, and participate in their community. Employees are expected to work effectively with people with such disabilities, known at TMI as clients, while being sensitive to their needs and preferences. Also, employees are committed to TMI's vision, mission, and core values and must represents themselves accordingly.Job Specific Essential DutiesProvide support to clients in their home and community including assistance with personal hygiene, if warranted by program.Assist with development and implementation of annual Personal Support Plan (PSP) and/or Supported Living Plan (SLP) goals and objectives.Participate in the development of a circle of support, both paid and unpaid support, to build relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and other community members.Develop individualized adaptive support materials as needed.Coordinate and monitor other services (such as MTS, Medi-Cal, Social Security, etc.).Develop and expand clients' participation in integrated community activities.General Essential DutiesComplete required documentation including progress notes and medical appointment tracking according to established deadlines.Attend mandatory meetings and trainings including all staff meetings, team meetings, CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, and Relias (web-based learning).Enter the following into time-keeping system according to deadlines: timesheets, mileage reimbursements, and cell phone reimbursements.Maintain communication with supervisor and members of the clients' planning team.Notify supervisor immediately of changes to client's schedule and health and safety incidences.Respond to supervisor's calls/text messages/emails promptly (within 24 hours). Urgent calls from supervisor must be responded to immediately.Respond to calls/text messages/emails from members of the clients' planning team.Drive your personal vehicle to assist clients with their goals. Some positions may require use of public transportation or paratransit services.Provide proof of valid driver license, annual vehicle inspection, vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration (applicable only to Temecula or Corona-based employees) throughout employment.Comply with federal, state, and/or local reporting and disclosure requirements.Comply with HIPAA laws and TMI policies and procedures regarding confidentiality of information.Other assignments and duties as deemed appropriate by the supervisor and/or the program director.Minimum Experience and QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma/GEDExperience: 1 year working in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferredDriving: 3 years driving experienceBenefits*Employer-sponsored Medical, Vision, and Dental InsuranceGenerous 401(k) Employer MatchEmployee Discount Program (discounts at SD Zoo, Legoland, dining, retail, gyms, and so much more)Accrued Sick & Vacation Hours, along with Years of Service Pay, and Paid HolidaysWellness Program with Prize-Winning Monthly ChallengesQuarterly Opportunity DrawsMileage Reimbursement – if applicableEmployee Assistance Program* Some of the above benefits apply to full-time employees only.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.