Community Engagement Specialist - Day Program

St. Louis Arc; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The St. Louis Arc is seeking a Community Support Specialist for the Hazelwood Day Program. This full-time role runs 9:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Monday through Friday, at 32.5 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $23. The position focuses on empowering people to live their best life through community engagement and skill-building. Responsibilities include helping participants plan meaningful days, accompanying them to community events, transporting them around the metro area, and maintaining required

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, education, medical or human services—preferably supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years old and three years of driving experience.
• Reliable vehicle (4 seat belts and working heating/cooling) and valid driver’s license and auto insurance at time of hire.
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently (e.g., emergency calls).
• Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training —provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Empower people to live their best life through community engagement.
• Teach skills that increase adults’ independence, self-esteem, and participation out in the community.
• Assist one to four participants in planning a meaningful day that matches interests and goals.
• Engage in activities out in the community (e.g., local park, baseball game) and at the Day Center (e.g., music therapy, arts and crafts).
• Transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Assist participants with personal care, including restroom, meals, and dressing.
• Maintain an understanding of participants’ Individual Support Plans and implementation practices.
• Complete community events reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines

Skills

Customer service

Driving

Interpersonal skills

CPR/FA training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Reliable vehicle

Job description

The St. Louis Arc is seeking a Community Support Specialist for the Hazelwood Day Program. This full-time role runs 9:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Monday through Friday, at 32.5 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $23. The position focuses on empowering people to live their best life through community engagement and skill-building. Responsibilities include helping participants plan meaningful days, accompanying them to community events, transporting them around the metro area, and maintaining required