General Statement of Responsibilities: Assist in the development of the residents' daily living skills and in the implementation of group and individually planned programs for each resident. Assume designated and assigned responsibilities in the areas of housekeeping, maintenance, repair and physical grounds care. Participate in the preparation and supervision of daily meals with the resident. Provide supervision to ensure the residents are safe and adhere to the policies and guidelines set forth by the COC Board of Director and the public acts, rules and regulations under which the program operates. Specific Duties: (Include but are not Limited to the Following): 1. Assist in the implementation and documentation of individual planned programs for each resident. 2. Assists in instructing residents in skill areas of: a. Self-sufficiency b. Nutrition c. Physical health care d. Social development e. Employment f. Community resources g. Emotional maturity h. Communication 3. Assist in teaching skills needed, including appropriate interdependence. 4. Assist the Team in evaluating residents' progress to determine suitability for more appropriate living situations. 5. Transport residents to and from places of employment, activities and appointments. 6. Accompany residents to programmatic and necessary personal activities and appointments, including shopping in the community. 7. Maintain records of resident behaviors as needed/required. 8. Maintain records of resident accidents/incidents as needed/required. 9 .Maintain records of other significant incidents/concerns related to the residents and the home. 10. As directed, purchase and maintain records of all supplies, materials and goods used and needed. 11. Assume primary responsibility for maintaining the work and living areas of the home in good order. 12. Assist in the development and implementation of the home's scheduled activities and assist residents as necessary in the utilization of leisure time. 13. Administer and document the administration of medications in accordance with approved guidelines. 14. Participate regularly in staff meetings, ISP's and other assigned meetings including in-service training programs. 15. Perform other assigned duties and work related to the field of service and to the maintenance of the program and home. |
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