Support Advocate is a direct support professional (DSP) position at
Seven Hills Foundation. They act as a caregiver for a wide range of
individuals with an intellectual disability, developmental disability,
or an acquired brain injury (ABI or TBI). Customer service skills,
administrative skills, and compassion for others are all traits of a
Support Advocate. Seven Hills has opportunities for direct care
providers with many years of experience, as well as for college
students, stay-at-home moms and dads, paraprofessionals, or teachers
looking for a new career opportunity. Part-time jobs offer flexible
schedules in the healthcare industry. Our full-time benefits, such as
reduced tuition on select online Associate?s and Bachelor?s degree
programs, tuition reimbursement, three weeks of vacation time, and
generous retirement match, support a healthy work-life balance. Seven
Hills Foundation is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated professionals
that celebrate diversity and inclusion. We also provide the stability of
being considered essential workers for those Ready to Work. We hope you
consider joining our team today! Responsibilities Position Snapshot:
*Some of the duties of a Support Advocate are/may include the following
depending on the abilities of those residing in the home and the needs
of the program. Support Advocates are responsible for the provision of
day-to-day services to our program participants. To assist and/ or teach
individuals varying levels of personal care which may include bathing,
toileting, teeth brushing etc. so individuals always look and feel their
best. To assist and/ or teach individuals household maintenance, meal
prep and/or shopping, while providing ongoing opportunities for
individuals to assume increasing control & responsibility over their
daily lives. Support Advocates may also accompany individuals on
appointments as well. Administering medications (or supporting them to
self-medicate) in accordance with residential guidelines. To follow
routines of the individuals including, but not limited to; Behavior
Support Plans, personal care, Physical Therapy, etc Support Advocates
are provided a paid 5-day New Employee Orientation and receive training
on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and Medication
Administration Program (MAP). They also receive program-specific
training at the work site. Qualifications Required Qualifications: 18+
years old High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Driver?s License &
Good Driving Record