CORE, Inc.

11/15/2021

This is a front-line employment position. The primary functions are: ensure the health, safety and welfare of the persons with whom you work and ensure involvement of these individuals into the community at large. These responsibilities will be implemented in conjunction with the Individual Plan and the desires and wishes of the individual.

Employees will complete job tasks while using the values and concepts of Person-Centered Planning; according to the principles of self determination; and in advocacy manner. The employee will contribute to the supportive home like environment, meeting the physical, social, and psychological needs of the individuals at the work location. The employee will provide experiences that allow the individual to develop to his/her fullest potential in the areas of self-direction/determination, independent living, self-care, self-sufficiency, language learning and mobility, community immersion and development of an active and full circle of family, friends and community peers.

11/10/2021

Programming:
• Implement Individual Plan outcomes as specified and as part of the daily routine; document immediately.
• Provide consistent interactions with individuals and the implementation of the Individual Plan.
• Utilize the daily routine as a structure and opportunity with which to stimulate an individual’s development (mail, meals, laundry, maintenance, etc.).
• Follow the established household routine and household/activity calendar unless there is an unusual reason not to do so, and document this reason.
• Aid individuals in conflict resolution using positive techniques.
• Encourage individuals to assume responsibility for their actions and decisions.
• Implement behavior support techniques only when there is a written plan, and then do it exactly as it is written.
• Assist the individual to develop an active and full circle of friends, family, co- workers, and peers through the full use of community work and leisure activities and events.

Protection:
• Provide Personal Care Services, completing activities of daily living including, but not limited to; assistance with eating, toileting, bathing, hygiene, personal care, incontinence care and medical and health related activities, document as required.
• Provide Homemaker Services including, but not limited to: grocery and personal shopping, menu planning to individual tastes and needs, meal preparation, laundry and housekeeping services, document as required.
• Prepare and document special diets and correct food textures as ordered by the physician.
• Obtain and document vital signs, temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure as ordered and as needed.
• Assist in the administration of medications or treatments as indicated by physician and following the required protocol; document the action as required.
• Familiarize yourself with the inner workings of the home and know where to find shelter, safety equipment and essential items in case of emergency.
• Report immediately to your supervisor any changes in an individual’s routine, health conditions, eating habits, bowel or bathroom habits, and changes in behavior and/or attitudes— anything about the person that just does not seem right.
• Provide staff support and supervision to the individual at the level indicated in the Individual Plan.

11/08/2021

The person in this position holds the primary responsibility for areas of programming, household environment, management of Direct Support Professionals (DSP), and providing for the health, safety, and welfare of adults with developmental disabilities. The person in this position has the responsibility to further coordinate a variety of services including but not limited to: formal programs, individual finances, recreation, health services, family involvement, education/vocational programs, and any other supports/services necessary to ensure active participation in all aspects of the community.

10/13/2021

The Program Manager holds the primary responsibility of managing the delivery of services to individuals with intellectual disabilities to meet the individual’s needs and his/her personal goals, while supervising staff within a network of homes and apartment settings.

The person in this position must be responsible, reliable and be able to carry out job functions indecently without on-going supervision. The Program Manager will direct employees to complete job tasks while: using values and concepts of Person-Centered Planning; and according to the principles of self-determination; and in an advocacy manner.

The Program Manager must work as part of a team to ensure that each person's supports are provided in the best manner possible within the constraints of the individual's budget and following the individual plan.

10/07/2021

10/05/2021

We welcome our newest DSP's, Patricia and Valarie!

10/01/2021

09/27/2021

Become a Direct Support Professional Today!

We're looking for dedicated, compassionate people who want to help make a positive difference in someone's life.
*This is an entry level position with no experience required. Paid training is available.
*Must have a HS Diploma or GED
*Clean background check required
*Good driving record is a must

Send me a message if you are interested.

The next training class starts August 10th.