Educators (Direct Support Professionals)

Duty Statement : Participates in implementing needs and services plans for participants by providing care and supervision of on and off-site activities according to individual needs, choices, and SARC's Individual Program Plan (IPP).

Educators report to the Lead Staff. In their absence the Program Director

Duties Include :

• Establishes and maintains a supportive relationship with participants
• Fosters maximum self-determination on the part of participants
• Provides continuous supervision for participants to ensure safety and wellbeing
• Implements a continuum of positive programming activities that are culturally relevant and designed to support participants in maximizing their ability to enjoy life, have fun and thrive
• Implements agreed upon positive behavior strategies to minimize the risk factors related to behavioral, or mental health challenges
• Assists participants in developing a schedule which includes preferred activities and is in cooperation with the participant's Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Individual Service Plan
• Assists participants in accessing generic community-based services to enhance their ability to participate in social / recreational activities in inclusive environments as prescribed by the participant's IPP and Individual Service Plan (ISP)
• Uses alternative communication strategies including picture icons, computer programs and other functional and adaptive approaches
• Responds effectively to crisis situations at the site and in the community
• Supports Program Consultants in performing effectively
• Communicates effectively and proactively with the Lead Staff and in their absence the Program Director with regard to all participant issues including situations when a participant becomes a danger to self or others, there is a sudden illness, or their behavior support plan cannot be implemented as agreed upon
• Responds to questions and issues raised by Regional Center in a professional manner and updates participant staff, parents and others as needed and within program confidentiality guidelines
• Respects the privacy of participants and maintains confidentiality of information obtained in the course of professional services as per HIPAA guidelines
• Documents participant instructional and support services using data collection and participant forms, prepares daily / monthly progress reports documenting participants' progress toward ISP goals & objectives
• Attends meetings as assigned by the Lead Staff or their designee, including participant related meetings, monthly in-service meetings, and continuing education opportunities
• Participates in the annual program evaluation
• Prepares special incident and adult dependent abuse reports as necessary and required

by Title 17 and Title 22 regulations

services (e.g., evacuation during a fire) as appropriate to the needs of participants

Educator Position Specifications :

intellectually disabled adults

manner

population

Must have TB, health, criminal record, and criminal record statement form completed and

fingerprint clearances prior to employment; first aid and CPR certification and must be able to

render emergency services when necessary.