Community Companion ($19.66 - $20.84)

The Arc Prince George's County; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the service sector is seeking a Community Companion to support individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. The role involves facilitating community involvement, providing personal care, and assisting with financial management. Ideal candidates will possess strong caregiving skills and a valid driving license. Competitive hourly wages and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and generous paid time-off

Company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related experience working with individuals in a care-giving setting.
• A good driving record and reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in community engagement and activities.
• Assist with personal care and financial management.
• Document actions and maintain communication with family.

Skills

Communication

Care-giving skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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About the organization:

The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.

Job Details

Main Office - LARGO, MD $19.66 - $20.84

Description

About the organization:

The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.

Working Days & Hours

• Scheduled Work Days: Monday - Friday
• Pay: $19.66hr - $20.84hr
• Work Hours: Varies(10hrs/wk)
• Location: Community Living
  
  

Position Summary

The Community Companion is responsible for supporting one (or more) individual(s) with developmental disabilities in the individual or family’s home. The Community Companion-Community Integration Specialist primarily provides assistance to the individual(s) in the development of linkages to the community through recreation planning, transportation, and accompaniment to community- based events. Other responsibilities include providing assistance with household maintenance, budgetary/financial management, shopping, and meal preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Community Integration and Participation:

• Locates and facilitates individual’s participation in community and leisure activities to include providing transportation to appointments or activities in a personal automobile.
• Provides training and assistance to individual in developing safety skills as well as daily living skills with an outcome of increased independence in these areas.
• Encourages individual to make choices and to develop relationships with people outside of the individual’s or family’s home.
• Encourages regular exercise and healthy lifestyles via training, planning, and advocacy.
• Coordinates supports so the individual may worship as he/she chooses, to include transportation to house of worship when indicated.
  
  

Personal Care

• Provides instruction, guidance, follow-up, monitoring, and assistance, when necessary, in personal grooming and hygiene.
• Assists with and/or dispenses medications and other medical treatments to the individual as necessary
  
  

Financial Management

• Assists individual with the responsible management of his/her personal funds as per the Individual Plan.
• Provides assistance with banking as per the Individual Plan.
  
  

Communication And Documentation

• Uses effective, respectful, and frequent communication with the individual and the individual’s family members and/or other interested parties.
• Documents and completes required records and reports in a clear, consistent, and legible manner.
• Communicates with the family to ensure appropriate support provision to the individual served.
• Provides training to relief staff members. Provides training documentation to Administrative Supervisor.
• Submits paperwork that is complete and legible by prescribed due dates.
• Accurately records work hours on timesheet.
• Accurately
  
  

General

• Demonstrates appropriate workplace behavior, modeling the agency’s philosophy.
• Demonstrates positive role-model behavior.
• Maintains confidentiality in regards to individuals and in relation to staff issues.
• records mileage on travel reimbursement log.
  
  

You Are The Ideal Candidate If You Have

• A high school diploma.
• At least 1 year of related experience working with children or adults in a care-giving setting.
• A good driving record, reliable vehicle, and current Maryland Driver’s license.
• The ability to successfully complete training requirements of The Arc.
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated care-giving skills
  
  

Total Rewards

The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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