Community Liaison, Possibilities Day Program Liaison II LIAIS010493

• Full-Time

· Location 1460 Garden of the Gods Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA

Job Details

Description

Join the Goodwill Mission of fostering the Independence of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at the Possibilities Day Program by coordinating community integration activities.

See more about Possibilities at https://goodwillcolorado.org/services/possibilities/

Position Description

OBJECTIVE:

To assist Day Program staff in effectively implement Individual Plans (IPs) and program techniques through community inclusive activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate (GED). Medication Administration Qualification {or complete training within 30 days}. CPR/First Aid training or willingness to obtain training. A valid Colorado driver’s license without a history of violations and successfully completing the company’s vehicle certification program is also required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Previous experience with mild to severe profound developmentally disabled adolescents and/or adults helpful.

It is preferred that the incumbent have the ability to interact, work cooperatively and effectively. The incumbent must be able to respond to special requests and be flexible in regard to job tasks and duties. The incumbent must have good physical stamina/endurance to stand for long periods of time. The incumbent must also demonstrate empathy and concern for individuals with developmental disabilities and have a passion for working to maximize their independence and personal growth. The Community Liaison must also conduct self in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation. The incumbent must be able to work effectively as a team member with the rest of the Rehabilitation staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:

Community Integration

The Community Liaison will work with Day Programs team members to schedule community activities coinciding with curriculum. All community integration activities will be person centered related to individual goals. The incumbent will provide transportation to clients, in the company’s vehicles and supervise overall care while away from the facility. The Community Liaison will work with various community members to ensure client success in the community is fulfilling and safe. The incumbent will also assist the rehab team in planning and scheduling reverse integration activities into the facility. The Community Liaison will ensure proper documentation is completed each time Community Integration is completed. All documentation should be person centered around individual goals.

Client Care

The Community Liaison will assist in the implementation of program plans, giving reinforcers, providing one-on-one assistance and/or training. The incumbent will assist in the preparation necessary for arrival and end of day client departure and provide supervision at the beginning and end of the day to ensure safety of program participants when both exiting and entering the bus and facility. The Community Liaison will communicate pertinent information to rehabilitation staff and assist program participants with transitioning throughout the day. The Community Liaison will also assist with medication administration when needed. The incumbent will be an active member of the Day Program team and will assist team members with all client care.

ISD Team Support

As a member of the team, the incumbent will participate in staff meetings as directed. The Community Liaison will also teach proper self-help skills, and appropriate interactions through role modeling and programmatic intervention. The Community Liaison will provide coverage in the programming areas and lunch periods when at the facility.

Client/Program Tracking and Reporting

The Community Liaison will fill out all necessary progress reports per client, necessary for billing and tracking. The incumbent will assist Case Managers with completing any assessments needed on program participants.

Relationship Management

The Community Liaison will communicate in a timely manner and keep the Program Coordinator informed of progress, considerations, and pertinent information. The Community Liaison will deal effectively and calmly with non-routine situations following accepted guidelines and perform other duties as required. The incumbent may be needed to communicate with parents or Host Home Providers as assigned by the Case Manager or Program Coordinator.

Pay: $15/hour

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm (flexible)

This Full-Time job is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. In addition, this position is eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty and bereavement leave.

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.

Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

Position: Liaison II, Day Programs Dept Number: 5030,5020,5008

(This information is required to ensure compliance with various workplace regulations. Please identify each physical activity required in the performance of this position using the guide below)

Guide to Physical Requirements:

• Continuously (5-8 hours)

• Frequently (3-4 hours)

• Occasionally (1-2 hours)

• Never

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)

Heavy: 45 lbs & over - FREQUENTLY

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - FREQUENTLY

Light: 14 lbs & under - FREQUENTLY

CARRYING:

Heavy: 45 lbs & over - FREQUENTLY

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - FREQUENTLY

Light: 14 lbs & under - FREQUENTLY

PUSHING/PULLING - FREQUENTLY

REACHING:

Above Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

At Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

Below Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

TWISTING - FREQUENTLY

BENDING - FREQUENTLY

KNEELING/CRAWLING - FREQUENTLY

SQUAT - FREQUENTLY

CLIMBING:

Use of legs only (stairs) - FREQUENTLY

Use of arms & legs (ladders) - FREQUENTLY

HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY

VISION:

Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY

Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY

Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY

HANDS/FINGERS:

Simple grasping - FREQUENTLY

Fine Manipulation - FREQUENTLY

Repetitive Movements - FREQUENTLY

WALKING - CONTINUOUSLY

STANDING - CONTINUOUSLY

SITTING - CONTINUOUSLY

SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY

OTHER, please describe -

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow all State of Colorado guidelines regarding COVID.

Work Location: One location

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