Direct Support Assistant -(Pt)- Constable B

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: A Direct Support Assistant must be able to interact in a positive, friendly, and respectful manner with clients. Must be able to encourage clients to participate in simple recreational activities such as art activities, listening to music, and watching television. Must be able to assist direct support professionals with folding laundry or other small housekeeping tasks. Essential Functions (Job Duties): Assist the Direct Support Professional by interacting with clients in their leisure time Assist clients with recreation. Interact with clients and staff in a positive friendly manner. Assist with simple grooming activities like hair brushing, nail painting and hand lotion massages. Encourage clients to feel comfortable and content. Assist the Direct Support professional by helping with light duty tasks Assist with light laundry. Assist with small housekeeping tasks. Assist with bringing supplies to needed staff. Report problems or concerns Bring concerns to the shift supervisor and or house program manager. Miscellaneous Must follow hand washing protocols. Must protect client confidentiality. Professionally represent Citizen Advocates, Inc. with families, other organizations and the community. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or GED preferred (working papers accepted) Citizen Advocates, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon Citizen Advocates, Inc.'s receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.