Direct Support Specialist Prn - Addictions

Seven Counties Services

Louisville, US
On-site
Teach activities of daily living
Psychoeducation classes on recovery
Facilitate community-based activities
Teaches, models, and coaches activities of daily living (ADL) and provides therapeutic feedback

Job Summary

  • Teaches, models, and coaches activities of daily living (ADL) and provides therapeutic feedback.
  • Plans and facilitates community-based activities and access to community resources.
  • Contributes to a safe and therapeutic environment by practicing verbal de-escalation and other behavior management techniques.

Matching Summary

Teaches, models, and coaches activities of daily living (ADL) and provides therapeutic feedback.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • teach activities of daily living
  • psychoeducation classes on recovery
  • facilitate community-based activities
  • verbal de-escalation techniques
  • integrate clients into the community
  • collaborate with community systems
  • provide personal care
  • administer First Aid and CPR

Nice-to-have

  • nurturing attention and care
  • communicate with verbal and nonverbal individuals
  • good interpersonal skills
  • teaching skills
  • patience and empathy
  • maturity and judgment

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Zero to one year experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Proof of automobile liability insurance
  • Positive driving record
  • 18 years of age or older

Work Rights

Not specified

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