Life Skills Trainer LST - Scarborough, ME, USA
Only for registered members Scarborough, ME, USA, United States
3 days ago
FT Life Skills Trainer LST · Day Shifts · 4 days or 5 days a week · Hiring Immediately · Drivers License Required · · ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below. · Per ...
Day Shifts
4 days or 5 days a week
Hiring Immediately
Drivers License Required
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.
Personnel
Training:
Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.
Employee Scheduling:
Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
Teamwork:
Works together with others, values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to others.
Workplace Safety:
Complies with all established safety policies, procedures and practices and reports all work-related injuries to his/her supervisor.
Services and Supports
Direct Support:
Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Records:
Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality; accurately and timely completes billing documentation as applicable.
Management of Individuals' Assets:
Assists with money management, as assigned, and assures safety of individuals' funds and property.
Relationships:
Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Network Customer Service Standards.
Reporting:
Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Network policy and external requirements.
Rights:
Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to the applicable bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.
Health Care
Appointments:
May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
Medications:
If assigned, accurately administers and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
General Health Care:
Monitors individual's health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.
Medical Supplies and Equipment:
Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.
Dietary planning:
Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.
Maintenance
Vehicles:
May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; assures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
Housekeeping:
Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.
Maintenance and Repair:
Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
Safety:
Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
Other:
Performs other related duties and activities as required.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Six months of experience in human services preferred. Must be 18 years of age.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required:
Valid driver's license in good standing. Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes.
Blood Borne Pathogen Category:
Job requires performance of duties that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Tasks that do involve exposure are an expectation of employment.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Other Requirements:
Travel required as needed
Physical Requirements:
Heavy Work.
Job description
FT Life Skills Trainer LSTDay Shifts
4 days or 5 days a week
Hiring Immediately
Drivers License Required
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below.
Personnel
Training:
Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.
Employee Scheduling:
Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
Teamwork:
Works together with others, values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to others.
Workplace Safety:
Complies with all established safety policies, procedures and practices and reports all work-related injuries to his/her supervisor.
Services and Supports
Direct Support:
Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Records:
Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality; accurately and timely completes billing documentation as applicable.
Management of Individuals' Assets:
Assists with money management, as assigned, and assures safety of individuals' funds and property.
Relationships:
Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Network Customer Service Standards.
Reporting:
Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Network policy and external requirements.
Rights:
Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to the applicable bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.
Health Care
Appointments:
May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
Medications:
If assigned, accurately administers and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
General Health Care:
Monitors individual's health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.
Medical Supplies and Equipment:
Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.
Dietary planning:
Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.
Maintenance
Vehicles:
May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; assures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
Housekeeping:
Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.
Maintenance and Repair:
Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
Safety:
Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
Other:
Performs other related duties and activities as required.
Employee may from time to time need to use a personal cell phone for business purposes and will be provided a stipend to cover the business costs of doing so.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Six months of experience in human services preferred. Must be 18 years of age.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required:
Valid driver's license in good standing. Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes.
Blood Borne Pathogen Category:
Job requires performance of duties that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Tasks that do involve exposure are an expectation of employment.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Other Requirements:
Travel required as needed
Physical Requirements:
Heavy Work.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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