In-Home Independent Support shall provide short-term, intermittent services to enable participants to achieve their goals as outlined in their Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP). Services may include hands-on assistance, guidance, observation, and training in activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, and community participation. Services are provided in the participant’s own residence or family home and may be participant-directed in accordance with Section 10 of the administrative regulation.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide hands-on assistance or guidance according to participant’s functional needs. 
• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). 
• Support participants in medical care management, including appointments and transportation as authorized. 
• Ensure compliance with all agency policies, regulations, and PCSP objectives. 
• Provide supervision and support in community settings as identified in PCSP. 
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for participants. 
• Observe and report changes in health or behavior to supervisor. 
• Administer behavior support or interventions according to approved plans. 
• Complete all documentation timely, including service notes, time logs, and incident reports. 
• Attend mandatory trainings, team meetings, and work scheduled overtime as needed. 
• Maintain professionalism, respect, confidentiality, and team collaboration. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school diploma, GED, or age 18 and above. 
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions. 
• Effective communication skills for one-on-one and small group interactions. 
• Basic math skills to calculate hours, dosages, or measurements. 
• Ability to apply common sense and problem-solving to participant needs.