This position is 40 hours per week, Tuesday - Saturday

Why Join UCS:

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental-disability services and supports in every county in Vermont.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

The Direct Support Professional - SILP works to support, encourage, and teach independence in all areas of daily life to adults with a developmental disability.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
HOME SUPPORT: The Direct Support Professional - SILP assists with daily living skills in the consumers' homes and in the community. Assist consumers with health care, finances, cooking, shopping needs, home care, personal care, and community education. Role model and provide education with healthy relationship skills and boundaries. Serve as a consumer advocate with medical, dental, legal professionals, and other service providers, as needed. Monitor with proficiency self- medication administration, as needed. Demonstrate ability to respond to consumer emergencies and provide emotional support, as needed.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT: The Direct Support Professional - SILP advocates on behalf of consumers with family, peers, and community members, as needed. Introduce consumers to community resources and facilitate usage. Encourage and support participation in community events. Teach consumers safety skills in all aspects of community and home life. Teach, instruct, and role model appropriate community and social behavior and expectations, as needed. Participate as a contributing member of the Supported Independent Living Program, Developmental Services, and UCS teams.

RECORD KEEPING / ADMINISTRATIVE: The Direct Support Professional - SILP submits daily time sheets using correct codes for services provided in our electronical medical record system. Request and submit all necessary documentation from other service providers and professionals. Complete progress notes, monthly summaries, and all relevant documentation in a timely manner. Maintain awareness with all relevant consumer goals and supports as stated in the ISA, and document progress. Attend staff meetings, supervision, and scheduled agency/division meetings, as required. Attend all necessary required trainings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Relevant college courses preferred.
Computer skills including e-mail usage.
Valid Driver's License

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