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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Instruct, supervise and evaluate individuals in all areas of community living as outlined in each support plan and record data on all instructional programs.
• Implement all behavior plan interventions as assigned.  These behavioral interventions may include physical restraint.
• Maintain valid Driver's License and provide transportation as required by program.
• Assist individuals in scheduling and attending medical appointments and appropriately document.  This may include covering shifts off-site, any hospital stays (i.e., Boston). 
• Assist and support individuals as needed with scheduling and attending social and leisure activities such as: family gatherings, religious celebrations, community events, and social gatherings.
• Maintain residence and yard in clean, orderly condition as outlined by Residential Manager.  This may include:  vacuuming, dusting, cleaning floors, bathrooms, laundry and keeping lawn clear of trash and debris.  Also responsible for keeping steps, walks, paths and ramps clear.
• Actively assist and support individuals as needed with personal care responsibilities, may include: diet, exercise, meal preparation, bathing, shaving, dressing, toileting etc.
• Assist and support individuals as needed with physical direct care, may include: physical or mechanical