• Status / Level: Non-Exempt

Position Title:    Community Living Specialist-Behavior Management Reports to:        Coordinator Supervises:        N/A Status:              Non-exempt position Purpose:           To support adults with developmental disabilities in the home and in community activities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Client Support Functions •    Provide attendant care, in-home support, and training to clients in all areas of daily living, including, but not limited to: meal preparation, shopping, hygiene, personal care, budgeting,       safety awareness, and maintaining a clean and healthy living environment •    Provide instruction regarding client rights and self-advocacy •    Support individuals with Autism, and other developmental disabilities in behavior-management setting •    Utilize crisis management techniques when applicable •    Recognize unusual or threatening conditions related to persons with disabilities and resolve issues if necessary Administrative Functions •    Monitor client progress in T-logs and behavior tracking notes, if applicable •    Complete Special Incident Reports as needed •    Keeps First Aid/CPR current •    Complete all other required paperwork Organizational (all staff) •    Participate in staff meetings, trainings and retreats as required •    Comply with current agency performance standards •    Report changes in criminal or employment status on a timely basis •    Represent the organization to visitors and the community as needed •    Maintain a professional attitude, working cooperatively with other staff, clients and members of the community •    Maintain confidentiality of client/staff information as required by law and agency policy •    Treat clients and co-workers with dignity and respect Other duties as required