Day Program Professional/ Art Instructor

Beacon Specialized Living•Scranton, PA

About The Position

About Beacon: Beacon Specialized Living serves individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health needs. By supporting their self-directed goals with compassion and best practices, Beacon provides the highest level of support — not only meeting their needs, but helping people live their fullest lives. We are seeking a Day Program Professional (DPP) to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of elderly or disabled individuals The Beacon – Keystone Community is looking for hard working, dependable, compassionate and motivated individuals to give of themselves to help enrich the lives of our residents. Essential Functions Follow established procedures to ensure appropriate, quality services are provided for Day Program participants Support an environment that allows for a productive lifestyle for participants by providing piece work, crafts, musical, and sensory activities. Attend staff meetings as scheduled Provide personal care to clients as the need arises. Follow the daily activity schedule including community outings and events. Provide transportation using company vehicle to and from program

Requirements

High School Diploma or High School equivalent
Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
Training
We offer a comprehensive paid two week training/orientation

Responsibilities

Follow established procedures to ensure appropriate, quality services are provided for Day Program participants
Support an environment that allows for a productive lifestyle for participants by providing piece work, crafts, musical, and sensory activities.
Attend staff meetings as scheduled
Provide personal care to clients as the need arises.
Follow the daily activity schedule including community outings and events.
Provide transportation using company vehicle to and from program