Job Description
Granite State Independent Living needs a full time (40 hours- Sunday to Thursday Schedule) Attendant Care Specialist in the Concord, NH Area to provide quality direct care services to our consumers, in their homes, with personal and homemaking needs. TRAVEL A MUST! This would include providing direct care services for any open shifts as needed.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct care services to consumers who may possess an array of disabilities (physical, mental health, behavioral) which may include: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting as well as bowel and bladder care, housekeeping, laundry, transfers, meals, companionship & errands.

Qualifications:

• Flexible, with at least of 1 to 2 years Personal & Home Care, DME and or Disabilities experience, shifts
  split shifts may be required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal/communication skills.
• Must be adaptable and flexible (Day/Evening hours).
• Must have a reliable mobile phone & vehicle with 100/300 auto insurance.
• Must be dependable, trustworthy & maintain confidentiality.
• MUST pass a criminal background check.
• 40-hour work week.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, short-term and long- term disability insurance, 403(b), tuition assistance, 3 weeks’ vacation, 12 sick days, 12 holidays plus personal days, Tuition Reimbursement & Job Advancement.

Granite State Independent Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description
Granite State Independent Living needs a full time (40 hours- Sunday to Thursday Schedule) Attendant Care Specialist in the Seacoast, NH Area to provide quality direct care services to our consumers, in their homes, with personal and homemaking needs. TRAVEL A MUST! This would include providing direct care services for any open shifts as needed.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct care services to consumers who may possess an array of disabilities (physical, mental health, behavioral) which may include bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting as well as bowel and bladder care, housekeeping, laundry, transfers, meals, companionship & errands.

Qualifications:

• Flexible, with at least of 1 to 2 years Personal & Home Care, DME and or Disabilities experience. Sunday thru Thursday shifts split shifts may be required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal/communication skills.
• Must be adaptable and flexible (Day/Evening hours).
• Must have a reliable mobile phone & vehicle with 100/300 auto insurance.
• Must be dependable, trustworthy & maintain confidentiality.
• MUST pass a criminal background check.
• 40-hour work week.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 403(b), tuition assistance, 3 weeks’ vacation, 12 sick days, 11 holidays plus personal days, Tuition Reimbursement & Job Advancement.

Granite State Independent Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please send your resume and cover letter with wage requirements. We are a Work, Life, Balance Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Remotely: No

As part of the Community Services Department, assist consumers with varying disabilities in gaining skills, support resources and information they need to live independently in the community. Participate in outreach activities to members of the general community: service providers, community organizations, individuals with disabilities and their families.

Responsibilities

• INFORMATION AND REFERRAL: Provide reliable information and make referrals where a need is identified to members of the general community, service providers, community organizations, employers, family members, and
  individuals with disabilities. Understand the programs GSIL offers and who/when is appropriate for a referral to these programs.
• DIRECT SERVICES: Conduct in person intakes; assess consumer needs; develop Independent Living plans with consumers; provide independent living services and skill-building.
• RECORD KEEPING: Submit accurate, required consumer notes within 24 hours of service and complete required reports within assigned time frames.
• RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT: Identify and utilize local resources in support of community living for people with disabilities such as: referral and service resources; housing, transportation services and other services as needed.
• ACCESS MODIFICATION: Visually evaluate home, vehicle and community accessibility needs., Facilitate the AMP process by assisting consumers seeking Title VII, Part B or other AMP funding in accessing comparable benefits, locally and statewide; provide support, as needed, toward establishing eligibility; contact vendors, consult on project design and implementation, obtain bids, verify project completion by visual inspection and signing off on consumer paperwork that the job has been completed to their satisfaction and vendor can be paid.
• COACHING: Help people with disabilities accomplish their independent living goals and achieve greater levels of self-determination through teaching life skills that align with their IL Goals. Teach independent living skills training such as financial management, organization skills, etc. by facilitating one-on-one or group workshops
• COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Participate in outreach presentations and individualized outreach on disability topics for the general community: including to service providers, community organizations, consumer groups and employers.
• ADVOCACY/SELF-ADVOCACY: Support and encourage consumer self-advocacy efforts and when necessary and requested, advocate on behalf of consumers.
• TRANSPORTATION: Conduct travel training by educating individuals on how to use the public transportation system to access his/her community transportation system alone. Help coordinate other transportation services as needed.
• YOUTH TRANSITION PROGRAM: Support youth with disabilities as they transition to becoming independent adults.
• PEER SUPPORT: Connect people with disabilities with their peers so they can help each other achieve individual and shared community goals. Assist in providing GSIL’s Peer Support activities for the region in which you work.
• EMPLOYMENT: Support individuals who wish to maintain or obtain employment in achieving their goals by referring to the appropriate agency.
• Conduct other duties as assigned that will increase options for persons with disabilities to live independently in the community.

Quality and Performance Standards:

• Ability to develop an appropriate professional relationship with program participants, community agencies and funding sources
• Contribute to the achievement of program and fiscal goals
• Achievement of goals and objectives set out in Annual Performance Appraisal Develop innovative initiatives to enhance program services.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in general GSIL events and activities.
• Maintain professional knowledge/skills by reviewing professional literature and attending trainings/workshops.
• Support and uphold GSIL policies and procedures, workplace regulations and safety practices.
• Share newsworthy information appropriately throughout the organization.

Education/Training/Experience Minimum of an Associate degree in social services, education, or a related field with at least 2-3 years of related experience required. A Bachelor’s Degree in social services, education, or a related field with at least 2 years of related experience preferred. Outgoing individual with ability to communicate well and organize work independently. Ability to provide information, direct services, and advocacy for consumers. Personal experience with a disability preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Reasonable accommodations will be made available to assist persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Basic Function
Provide assessments, evaluation, planning, and community support of assigned LTS program services. Determine eligibility for PCA services and other in-home supports. Teach and provide skills training to care attendants on topics/skills that will help them be successful with their employment and provide skills training to consumers on a variety of topics that will empower and promote independence. Review consumer’s care plans to ensure care needs are being met and adjust as needed. Assist in obtaining services which will enhance the consumers quality of life and promote independence. Assure all paperwork is completed in accordance with GSIL policy & procedures. Assist in outreach efforts. Serve as community I & R for Consumer Directed care options.

*Responsibilities

• Participate in the assessment and evaluation process for eligibility in GSIL’s consumer directed in home support programs.
• Consult with individuals about health care concerns and provide information on available options.
• Consult with other staff regarding appropriateness of an individual’s participation in attendant care programs.
• Provide orientation and skills training to consumers regarding attendant care program policies and procedures.
• Address health care management issues and emergency medical planning. Request and participate in risk assessment meetings.
• Monitor participants’ care plan on a Quarterly basis and more often per regulations/ as the consumer’s needs change, including 6 month and annual reassessments. Provide ongoing support and skills training as needed.
• Coordinate services and keep and maintain accurate records for consumers. Assure consumer records are maintained in accordance with GSIL policy and procedures.
• Serve as an information resource for community and staff on personal care options, community supports, transitions, health and disability related issues
• Manage an ongoing case load of PCA/NF Tran/and or PCSP consumer directed services.
• Conduct other duties as assigned that will increase options for persons with disabilities to live independently in the community.
• Conduct 2 week/4 week/6month and annual touches with all new ACEs for you consumers. If additional support is needed by the ACE RN LTSC will make effort to provide level of support needed.
• Work collaboratively with care managers from the MCO’s and CFI case managers to address the consumers care needs.
• Keep ACE recruitment requests accurate and up to date.
• Participate in the presentation and teaching of the department trainings.
• Assist consumers with Nursing Facility Transitions and monitor status on an ongoing basis.
• Instruct/assist consumers on ways to hire new ACE’s, assist ACEs with online application and other mandatory forms, review paperwork for completeness.
• Care Coordination
• Work a flexible work schedule in accordance with department needs Maintain professional knowledge/skills by reviewing professional literature and attending training/workshops.
• Support and uphold GSIL policies and procedures, workplace regulations and safety practices.

Skills

• Strong and effective communication skills
•  Computer skills
• Teaching skills
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Strong Customer Service
• Professionalism
• Accountability

Education/Training/Experience
Registered Nurse with current New Hampshire License and two years of experience working with individuals with long term health care needs. Must have a commitment to facilitating and maximizing independence for persons with a disability or seniors with chronic health care needs. Granite State Independent Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job description
Provide assessments, evaluation, planning and community support of assigned LTS program services. Determine eligibility for PCA services and other in-home supports. Review consumers' care plans to ensure care needs are being met and adjusted as needed. Assist in obtaining services which will enhance the consumers quality or life and promote independence. Assure all paperwork is completed in accordance with GSIL policy and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in assessment and evaluation process for eligibility in GSIL’s consumer directed in home support programs.
• Consult with individuals about health care concerns and provide information on available programs.
• Consult with other staff regarding appropriateness of an individual's participation in attended care programs.
• Address health care management issues and emergency medical planning.
• Monitor participant's care plan on a Quarterly basis and more often per regulations/as the consumer's needs change, including 6 month and annual reassessments.
• Conduct other duties as assigned that will increase options for persons with disabilities to live independently in the community.
• Work a flexible work schedule in accordance with weekly assignments.
• Maintain professional knowledge/skills by reviewing professional literature and attending training/workshops.
• Support and uphold GSIL policies and procedures, workplace regulations and safety practices.

Skills

• Strong and effective communication skills
• Strong Computer skills
• Leadership skills
• Accountability
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong Customer service skills
• Professionalism

Education/Training/Experience

Registered Nurse with current NH License and two years of experience working with individuals with long term health care needs. Must have a commitment to facilitating and maximizing independence for persons with a disability or seniors with chronic health care needs.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as lead instructor of the day-to-day academic activities
• Oversees the development of the new ELOs (extended learning opportunities) to respond to identified student needs
• Directs staff in recruitment, intake, and progression through the program experience and back to school and other appropriate service
• Works with Program Administrators and stakeholders (Regional Advisory Group) to continually review and evaluate all aspects of the program – assess process effectiveness and full academic rigor
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining student expectations
• Provide support to work site activities as needed
• Completes all the necessary program reports with high quality and in a timely manner

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to convey a variety of diverse thoughts and ideas to learners of varying academic levels and learning styles
• Ability to work in dynamic and high stress environment with flexibility and focus
• Comfort and ability in quick and rapid decision making
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to see the best in all students and assist each in “creating themselves”
• Knowledge of career development assessment software and processes
• Knowledge and/or personal or professional experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
• Comfort with 1:1 instruction as well as group presentations
• Demonstrated collaborative skills
• Knowledge and/or personal or professional experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
• Knowledge of special education law, accommodations and modifications as related to IEPs and 504s preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Google Suite including Google Classroom; Docs; Sheets; Slides; Forms, and Gmail
• Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and various templates
• Working with Database programs

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in general GSIL events and activities.
• Maintain professional knowledge /skills by reviewing professional literature and attending trainings /workshops.
• Support and uphold workplace regulations and safety practices.
• Share newsworthy information appropriately throughout the organization.
• Conduct other duties as assigned that will increase options for persons with disabilities to live independently in their communities.

Qualifications:

• College graduate preferred
• Teaching/instruction experience
• Experience working with adolescents, at-risk youth, or high school students with disabilities
• Ability to drive a 13-passenger vehicle.

Physical/Mental demands:
Reasonable accommodations will be made available to assist persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Granite State Independent Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,000.00 – $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

•  Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• All GSIL applicants and employees must be able to successfully pass a State of NH Criminal Background check.

Education: Associate (Required)

Experience: Teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification: Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

To apply for this opportunity, please forward your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]