Developmental Specialist Assistant

Job Details

Job Location...
Mountain Home, ID - Mountain Home, ID

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
High School

Salary Range
$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage
Limited or Occasional

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Health & Human Services

Description

THE COMPANY

Since 1987, RISE has provided practical, professional, and personal growth opportunities for children, adults, and their families. With our innovative approach, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of the individuals and families we serve through the delivery of person-centered services.

Our services have expanded from moving individuals living in institutions to family settings into supporting adults and children with highly diverse support needs in a wide variety of homes and community-based settings.

THE POSITION

The Developmental Specialist Assistant (DSA) assists with the supervision of developmental therapy, adult day health and supported living services provided to participants, ensuring quality and safety. The DSA also provides direct services for participants as needed, trains and supervises Direct Support Professionals, assists the Developmental Specialist (DS) with developmental assessments, and the development and implementation of individual program plans for participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
? Maintains DDA compliance with Health & Welfare and Medicaid Rules and Regulations
? Participate in meetings when requested by the client and families
? Acts as primary contact for developmental therapy for client's, families, and other professionals involved
? Participate in IEP and or ISP meetings when requested
? Provides individual and group developmental therapy (including transporting clients) as needed
? Ensures that individuals receiving services are treated with dignity and respect
? Assists Program Director with reviewing client data as assigned
? Assists Program Director with review and completion of developmental assessments ensuring completion prior to services beginning
? Maintain contact with families and document such contacts
? Communicate with staff to provide initial and ongoing training & updates as needed and/or requested
? Completes general supervision & observations of staff, as assigned

Qualifications
? High School Diploma/GED
? One (1) year experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities
? Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written communications
? Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently
? Experience with Microsoft Office and Google platforms
? Ability to work at a fast pace and in many different environments
? Have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and car insurance
? Must provide or obtain CPR/First Aid Certification (provided by RISE)
? Must be able to pass a background check

What Can We Offer You For All Your Hard Work?
Perks for All:
? Competitive hourly rate
? Flexible schedule
? Referral Bonus Program
? Meaningful Work
? Employee Assistance Program
? Premium Holiday Pay
? Educational Assistance
? Mileage Reimbursement
? Retirement Plan with company match
Additional Benefits for Full Time:
? Medical/Dental/Vision
? HSA/FSA
? Short & Long Term Disability
? Life Insurance
? Vacation/Sick
? 14 Paid Holidays
? Paid Parental Leave
? Paid Bereavement Leave
? Tenure Bonuses

Other voluntary benefits include AFLAC, Legal & ID Shield and Pet Care

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:

(a) Dedicated fax 866-268-8885

(b) Dedicated email [email protected] DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY

(c) US mail -4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206- Attn Human Resources

(d) Dedicated phone 1-866-242-2714 Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information