Communication techniques and well developed communication skills become an important requirement at this level. The work requires light physical exertion. The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required.
Serious injury is possible.
Involves administrative supervision responsibility. Responsible for recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Qualified Mental Retardation Professional class which has responsibility for overseeing total client care and treatment on a 24-hour residential unit. Designs and, through subordinate staff, implements and operates an intensive specialized developmental training program for clients in a state- operated facility. Develops or designs, directs or coordinates the implementation of, and evaluates the effectiveness of individualized training, vocational training, or work programs for clients.