Independent Living Specialist - Float
Core
Provide personalized in-home and in-community support to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities maintain or increase their independence through daily living assistance and skill development.
Role type
Direct support professional (Independent Living Specialist)
Builds
Person-centered support plans and life skills for individuals with disabilities
Domain
Healthcare / Social Services / Disability Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Daily living assistance, personal care, transportation, household management, budgeting, community integration, documentation, technology use
Preferred skills
Experience with developmentally disabled or mentally ill individuals, coaching, mentoring
Technologies
Smart devices, basic computer software
Responsibilities
Assist with ADLs (personal care, meal prep, housekeeping), transport individuals to appointments/errands, teach life skills (budgeting, social events), maintain safe environments, write progress reports
Seniority
Entry-level / Individual Contributor