Community Activity & Transportation Support Worker

Listening Ear Crisis Center; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Listening Ear Crisis Center is seeking a part-time LEA Consumer Support Worker in Big Rapids, MI to assist adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in community activities. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and compassionate, patient care within a structured Plan.

Responsibilities include transporting participants, completing required forms, attending trainings, and ensuring activities align with the Person Centered Plan and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and methodologies relevant to working with mentally disabled adults including: Recipient Rights, Agency Ethics and the Consumer Bill of Rights, Person Centered Plans, CPR, First Aid, Safety and fire prevention, Nutrition, Prevention of communicable diseases.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to respond to emergencies calmly.

Responsibilities

• Engage with consumers and staff to identify and implement activities per the Person Centered Plan.
• Transport consumers to scheduled activities using a personal vehicle.
• Complete and deliver all required consumer services documentation accurately and promptly.
• Attend mandatory training and skill development programs including annual refreshers.
• Report punctually to work location and remain with the consumer until the activity ends.
• Perform duties in compliance with laws, regulations, agreements, and Listening Ear standards.

Skills

Driver's license

Good driving record

Empathy

Patience

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

At least 18 years old

Post-secondary certification (preferred)

Job description

Listening Ear Crisis Center is seeking a part-time LEA Consumer Support Worker in Big Rapids, MI to assist adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in community activities. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and compassionate, patient care within a structured Plan.

Responsibilities include transporting participants, completing required forms, attending trainings, and ensuring activities align with the Person Centered Plan and state regulations.