Direct Support Staff (I.S.S.) Full-Time (32.50 Hours) 

JOB TITLE:   ISS Direct Support Staff Full-Time (32.50 Hours)      

Caring Matters will be hiring a Full-Time (32.50) ISS Day Program Direct Support Staff. The work schedule is as follows:

Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

• Refer below to the Job Description for complete responsibilities/duties.
• Applicants must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and a clear Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Hourly Rate: $11.25 per hour

If you are interested in applying for this position:

Current Employees:  Complete an Internal Position Interest Form

New Applicants: 

 In Person:  At 935 or 945 Pendale Rd.:  Complete an application and provide a valid Texas Driver’s License, Social Security Card, and High School Diploma/ GED and submit to Receptionist.

On-Line:   At www.caring-matters.com

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

JOB TITLE:   Direct Support Staff (ISS)

FLSA STATUS:   Non-Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:   Direct Support Staff (ISS)

FLSA STATUS:   Non-Exempt

 RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Assisting individuals in overall participation in Day Program activities, while promoting the achievement of maximum independence;
2. Assisting individuals in acquiring, retaining, and improving self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills necessary to function successfully in the community;
3. Providing individuals with age-appropriate activities that enhance self-esteem and maximize functional level;
4. Providing training and support activities that promote the individual’s integration and participation in the community;
5. Providing assistance for the individual who cannot manage his or her personal care needs during day program activities;
6. Implementing all treatment plans as determined and designated by the individual and IDT (i.e., Individual Support Plans, Training Objectives, Behavior Support Strategies, etc.);
7. Assistance with medications and performance of Nurse-delegated tasks during the day program;
8. Supervision of individual’s safety and security during the day program;
9. Advocating for individual rights;
10. Promoting positive self-concept through encouragement and positive reinforcement;
11. Communicating significant factors regarding each individual’s treatment to the person designated to coordinate services for the individual(s); and 12. Documenting individual’s daily activities, as well as recording progress or lack of progress pertaining to objectives and goals.

WORKSKILLS

1. Positive interpersonal skills
2. Good communication skills
3. Good written skills

EXPERIENCE

1. 18 years of age
2. Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record
3.  

QUALIFICATIONS

1. HS Diploma or Equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position may require high physical demands such as bending, lifting, and stretching (i.e., supporting adults in bathing, changing adult briefs, lifting/transferring non-ambulatory individuals.