CLE, Direct Support Professional

The Arc Of Greater New Orleans•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Our CLE (Community Life Engagement) service professionals work to assist our participants with becoming a part of their local communities and becoming more independent. They work to integrate participants into the community by helping with daily activities, finding employment, providing transportation, and advocating for the rights and services of individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma, bachelors degree in human services or related discipline preferred
Previous experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities preferred
Must have a valid LA Drivers License and auto insurance
Must have and be willing to use reliable transportation daily that passes agency inspection
Excellent time and priority management
Ability to collaborate with participants and their families as well as colleagues
Experience with Microsoft, including Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.
Critical thinking and problem-solving evidenced by past experiences

Responsibilities

Training and supervising assigned participants (work/non-work, community access, volunteerism)
Assists in planning and developing methods and procedures for implementing individual programs
Submits an initial assessment and continuous annual assessments on their participants' progress
Hold consistent meetings regarding an individual's programming/services
Implements and documents outcomes and methods per ISP and/or Behavior Management
Completing all service documentation (attendance, interaction, work/non-work activities)
Completing scheduled training and continued education
Provides confidential feedback to participants and other appropriate individuals. Advocates for all participants, as appropriate
Transports participants to designated locations following all safety and transportation guidelines
Drives a morning or afternoon route, including picking up participants from their homes or dropping off at their home