Habilitation Training Specialist - Bartlesville Job Opening

Job Title: Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS)

Reports To: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

The Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS) provides services to youth and/or adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges. Based on the needs of the individuals, HTS’s provide assistance with daily living skills development, health maintenance & medication administration, personal care and behavioral development.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Comply with all terms, conditions, and requirements set forth by all regulatory agencies, DDSD policy, as well as the policies and procedures set forth by SEI.
• Implement and provide clear and legible documentation for all outcomes as specified in each person’s Individual Plan (IP).
• Ensure the health, safety and welfare of each individual served by teaching safety skills at every opportunity.
• Remain awake, alert, and vigilant at all times to maintain the security of the program.
• Maintain daily narratives on significant individual activities/events or any other information occurring during assigned shift.
• When properly authorized and certified, administer/document medication in proper dosages and at designated times. Conduct daily medication counts for all prescriptions.
• Notify the Program Manager and Health Care Coordinator of any changes in an individual’s condition or behavior, and/or any change in medical orders or medical concerns.
• Maintain professional boundaries between employees, families and individuals served by SEI.
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines, as outlined by SEI policy and HIPPA regulations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly home environment by performing general cleaning duties.
• Prepare/supervise preparation of meals during assigned shift based on pre-planned menus and recipes.
• Provide guidance/direction while being a positive role model to the individuals served by SEI.
• Implement behavior management interventions for individuals while using approved physical intervention techniques when necessary to protect the individuals and others.
• Exhibit flexibility to changing situations and adapt as necessary to allow for unplanned events, re-prioritizing work as necessary.
• Maintain security in buildings, grounds, and other posts; intervene during emergencies or altercations to prevent AWOL’s and to gain physical control of individuals.
• Supervise movement of individuals served by SEI inside and outside the facility.
• Report any difficulties, conflicts, problems, accidents or incidents to the Program Manager or designee in a timely manner.
• Transport/escort individuals (adhering to all safety policies and laws) as needed to meet program objectives and individual needs.
• Integrate specific training programs with daily activities, including but not limited to household chores, laundry, cooking, personal hygiene & grooming, social & leisure activities, academics, and finances, to provide training opportunities as part of the individual’s normal routine whenever possible.
• Complete all documentation and required paperwork including but not limited to daily attendance, data sheets, van logs, petty cash receipts, narratives, and incident reports by the end of assigned shift.
• Treat individuals served by SEI with dignity and respect and in an age and culturally appropriate manner.
• Attend staff meetings, in-services, required program specific training and on-going training as appropriate and required.
• Support the goals and mission of SEI. Ensure that communications and personal performance reflect the Agency’s commitment to teamwork, compliance with policies & procedure as well as regulations governing the program(s).

To perform the Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS) job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and responsibility satisfactorily. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to work as an HTS. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications, Education, Skills, and Requirements:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, be 21 years of age for positions working with youth.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check.
• Must have dependable transportation, a current driver’s license, and acceptable driving record (to drive company vehicles).
• Must be able to legally work in the United States.
• Must have a documented mantoux (PPD) tuberculin skin test with booster, if needed, within the previous 12 months, unless medical verification of a previous positive skin test is provided.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as basic math which includes addition, subtraction, division, and percentage as well as money management skills.
• Must be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality, recognize boundaries, exhibit patience, and maintain self control.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The HTS position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Training and Development:

The HTS must complete all Agency, Contractual, and Licensing required trainings within the specified time frames and successfully pass associated tests to meet competency requirements.

Physical Demands:

These physical demands are representative of the physical demands necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Habilitation Training Specialist (HTS) job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Physically restrain individuals using approved physical intervention techniques.
• Walk, stand, sit, bend, lift, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, turn in knees, back, wrists, & shoulders, and grasp with both hands (in order to properly perform CPR/First Aid Techniques, Approved Behavior Intervention Techniques, and Lifting/Carrying Techniques).
• See and hear with or without correction. Specific vision abilities include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus if required to drive a company vehicle.

If you meet all requirements, you can apply directly on the company website below:

www.sequoyahinc.com

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time