Community Learning & Retention Specialist 1:1 Aide

Summary: 

The Community Learning & Retention Specialist (CLRS) 1:1 is responsible for implementing the assigned participant’s individual treatment plan, working with the participant and their family to improve socialization, self-help, communication and pre-vocational skills. The CLRS 1:1 will work with assigned participant at The League and in the community. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Communicate with participant, families, professional staff and community members in a person-center manner.

• Develop a positive working relationship with assigned participant and family/caregiver.

• Provide community-based developmental vocational habilitation services consistent with Individual Plan.

• Implement skill acquisition in areas of self-help, daily living skills, socialization, leisure, basic academics, motor skills, communication, and behavior.

• Participate int he development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of assigned participant's Individual Plan.

• Assist assigned participant with toileting and personal hygiene as needed.

• Maintain complete and accurate participant files using ETO database.

• Provide transportation for assigned participant when needed, which may include personal vehicle or League vehicle.

• Provide mobility monitoring and/or training, as needed.

• Foster positive relationships with local businesses to establish volunteer/work sites for participants.

• Assist in the completion of all quality assurance protocols including service satisfaction surveys, program efficiency, and outcome measurements.

• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Manager, Day Habilitation

• Demonstrate the 5 Core Values of The League (Accountability, Participant Focus, Quality, Independence and Mutual Respect)

• Operationalize the mission of The League for People with Disabilities.

Qualifications Requirements:

• • Minimum age of 18.

• • Access to reliable automobile with valid insurance, with a valid drivers license with no more than 3 points.

• • Must possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Outlook.

• • Able to work a flexible schedule with possible overtime.

• • Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education and/or Experience:

• • At least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.

• • High school diploma required, AA in related field preferred.