Employment Opportunities

Rockwest Training Company, Inc. currently has 1 position open:

• Activities Assistant

POSITION:  Activities Assistant
HOURS:  9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Mtg. days - 4:30 PM) Monday - Friday
DEPARTMENT: Vocational Training
START DATE:   Open
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  March 12, 2010
RATE OF PAY: $9.00 (Not eligible for benefits)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The primary purpose for this position is to assist the Activities Program Coordinator to provide community, as well as, in-house activities, provide training, supervision and support for the client employees assigned to the Activities Program. These duties include assisting with planning and coordinating activities, participating in activities as a way to encourage others to participate, research ideas for activities, training as appropriate, completion of assessment of individual skills and needs, data collection, assisting with the writing of goals and objectives, attendance at meetings, Behavior Plan data collection, implementation of goals and objectives. Additional duties include supervision of client employee routines, including lunch time assistance while in the community, assisting clients with personal hygiene and restroom needs, incident reporting, general record keeping, assure compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules and promote and support overall training efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Good verbal and written communication skills; English.

• Able to build a repore with individuals supported.

• Able to respond in a crisis situation.

• Able to observe and document observations.

• Able to schedule and organize multiple tasks.

• Ability to learn signs and gestures that are specific to the individuals.

• Able to use good judgment and problem solve in stressful situations.

• Able to work independently.

• Be enthusiastic and encourage others to participate.

• Able to work as part of a TEAM.

• Lift up to 50 pounds throughout the work day.

• Walk (mobile), stand, and sit at various intervals, up to eight hours.

• A valid Oregon Driver's license and a good driving record for the purpose to assist clientele to and from community outings.

• Be at least 21 years old (Vehicle insurance policy for transporting people).

• High School diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED:

• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities.

• Experience with 1:1 training and skill assessment of disabled clientele.

• Experience collecting data for structured training goals and objective and case note documentation.

• Experience with developing the Individual Support Plan or comparable.

• Experience developing work stations, adaptations and fixtures.

• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and behavior management techniques.

• Knowledge of Oregon developmental services and administrative rules.

• CPR and Standard First Aid Certified.

ABOUT ROCKWEST

Rockwest Training Company, Inc., is a private, not-for-profit (501)(c)(3) Oregon corporation.  Rockwest provides vocational services to people with disabilities.  Established in 1974, Rockwest is a Qualified Rehabilitation Facility (QRF) engaged in producing products and services.

Rockwest operates on a TOTAL-TEAM concept delivering excellent service to our clientele while providing quality products and services to customers.

Rockwest is a drug-free work place and an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of sex, race, religion, age, marital status, unrelated disability or national origin.

Rockwest operates as an "at will" employer.  this means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause.

To apply for any of the above positions click on the Employment Application link and complete the form or come by our administration office located at 4646 Ridge Drive NE, Salem, Oregon 97303 for an application and position opening announcement. Applications will be accepted only until the position is filled. Resumes will only be accepted with a completed application. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of the final decision.