Community-Based DSP

communityoptions; Feasterville-Trevose (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

403b Retirement Plan

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor in Feasterville-Trevose, PA. The role involves assisting individuals with physical and emotional life skills while promoting independence.

The starting pay is $17.25 per hour, with responsibilities including supporting community integration, documenting progress, and administering medications. Ideal candidates will have experience with individuals with disabilities and a valid driver’s license.

Generous benefits include competitive insurance options and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable relationship with individuals receiving supports.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase independence.
• Meet with waiver participants regularly in various settings.
• Document individual progress toward community integration.

Skills

Support individuals

Community integration

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Documentation software

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor in Feasterville-Trevose, PA. The Community Integration Counselor (CIC) is responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. The Community Integration Counselor provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community. Open availability with nights/weekends!

Starting pay is $17.25 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their ability to be as independent as possible
• Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis either in the individual’s residence, the community, or an office setting
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Administer medications and ensure proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinate all leisure and volunteer opportunities
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving recordMinimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.