GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Do you want to get PAID to make a difference in someone's life? If so, Macon Resources is the place for you! MRI serves over 800 children and adults with disabilities in the Decatur community. You might be thinking, That's a lot of people! How do you serve that many? Well, hopefully YOU can help us! Under direct supervision of the Community Support Services Coordinator the DSP/LSC provides direct training and coaching to persons served as specified in the Individual Program Plans, and in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member of the community support team (CST) the DSP/LSC provides direct training to person served based upon the written Person Centered Plan (Plan) and his/her Implementation Strategy, incorporating the principles of normalization, choice, community inclusion, self-empowerment, active treatment, least restrictive environment, and functional skill development into all aspects of training.

1. Actively participates in program planning as a member of the Community Support Team (CST), including ongoing communication, formal and informal assessment, and programming recommendations.

1. Documents in understandable, legible writing data/information pertaining to each persons served written PCP/Implementation Strategy. Obtains this information through interaction with and observation of the person. Documents significant events utilizing chronological notes, Accident/Incident Reports and Behavioral Incident Reports. Informs Director of CLS & case manager in a timely manner of any unusual incidents; accurately completes 1009's in a timely manner as applicable.

1. Coaches and supports persons served regarding their healthcare ordered by the physician, advocates healthy lifestyle choices; refers all medication-related issues/ needs to case management in a timely manner.

1. Intervenes in crisis situations as necessary to prevent physical or emotional injury to persons served or others.

In the event of DSP-LCSs whose primary responsibilities are to provide support to individuals in the CAPS program are off due to vacation, sick or personal time DSP-LSC may be assigned by Coordinator of Community Support Service to cover those duties.

Macon Resources also offers a FANTASTIC benefits package! All full time employees are eligible for health, life, vision, and FREE dental. You'll also receive paid vacation, personal, AND sick time! BUT WAIT.. it doesn't stop there! Full time employees will also receive 14 paid holidays INCLUDING your birthday and the opportunity to participate in our 403B retirement plan!

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education equivalent to graduation from high school. GED acceptable. One or more years work experience with persons with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness or the equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

1. Must have the ability to read, comprehend and recognize errors.

1. Must be willing and able to operate within and enhance a team environment toward the mutual goals of the objectives and programs as set forth by MRI.