Blue Elegance by ECHO - Production Assistant

Background

Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the position will assist the Operations Manager with the day-to-day activity of Blue Elegance while training, employing, and supervising adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

Embrace and support ECHO's core values : Enthusiasm, Trust, Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Innovation and Courage.

Blue Elegance Operations :

Assist with work tasks for Blue Elegance participants and volunteers.

Assist with shipping finished products.

Maintain cleanliness of work areas at all times.

Assist with inventory management.

Assist with training participants.

Events :

Occasionally represent Blue Elegance by ECHO at consumer shows and events.

Manage the Blue Elegance booth and drive on-site sales.

Employment Support Specialist

Provide supervision and care for participants including, but not limited to :

Transport program participants to and from work sites, using ECHO

Manage program participant hours for greatest productivity and

Assure program participant integration into the host company's workforce.

Plan for integrated "down time" activities, such as off-site community outreach activities, ensuring that program participant preferences and choices are encouraged and

In the event of a production emergency, complete production without program participant assistance within timelines

Assist with time studies to assure correct remuneration of

Ensure health and safety as dictated by their person-centered plans, individualized protocols (fall risk, seizure, behavior, other), and / or per the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, Program Managers, Program Coordinators, or other ECHO

Crisis intervention as needed.

Assist with hygiene (using the restroom, changing incontinence products, menses care, ).

Request and maintain inventory of equipment or supplies for participants and / or program.

Understand and implement person-centered individual service plans.

Ensure participants are working on their personal

Be aware of all issues relevant to each participant's health and

Relay information about significant program participant activity / issues / concerns to the Program Coordinator and / or Director of Program Services, as

Gather and submit data in accordance with regulatory and agency

Maintain up to date

Write daily progress notes on the day of service that meet agency and regulatory standards for quality and thoroughness and address participant

Record participant time (Vertex) daily

Identify, recommend, and implement meaningful community-based activities that incorporate program participant preferences and choices, support the community, and maximize the independence and esteem of individuals served while enhancing the understanding and awareness of others in the community to better include the people we

Identify, recommend, and implement an activity that supports cultural diversity on a quarterly basis to improve understanding of similarities and differences of different people and communities around the

In cooperation with the Program Coordinator, ensure program participant integration into the community by providing community access skills training through regular outings and inviting members of the community to lecture or give presentations; document activities including individual responses to the activity, barriers encountered, and training

Attendance and

Follow agency procedures regarding time recording, leave, and

Maintain availability to cover for bus drivers or bus aide on duty outside of regular schedule (between 6 : 30am and 6 : 30pm).

Work cooperatively and professionally with all team.

Display a positive attitude with participants and colleagues throughout.

Participate in in-service training to satisfy agency needs / requirements.

Complete all assigned online training assignments within a timeframe.

Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Minimum Position Requirements

Education & Experience : Solid experience working with adults with disabilities in day support setting.

Licenses & Checks : A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and successful completion of a drug / alcohol screening and background check (including fingerprinting).

Heart for the Job : We're looking for someone who's patient, creative, and excited about working with a dynamic group of individuals.

Company Highlights

At ECHO, we offer our qualified employees a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits package features :

Company paid medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Short-Term Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

403(b) with company matching

ECHO began serving adults with disabilities in 1975 by offering vocational training, community integration, and comprehensive disability employment. ECHO provides services from our Leesburg, Virginia facility, as well as on-site at businesses throughout Northern Virginia. For more information on ECHO, please visit our website at .

ECHO is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. ECHO is a member of DHS E-Verify program.

Position Requirement

• Successful completion of drug / alcohol screening and a background check to include fingerprinting