Community Integration Counselor

Community Options Job Board; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 17,786 - 25,332; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

Job summary

A national non-profit organization is seeking a Community Integration Counselor in Bowie, MD. This role involves providing individualized support to help participants overcome challenges while living in the community. Responsibilities include supporting individual independence, collaborating with Case Managers, documenting progress, and providing transportation. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and prefer a bachelor's degree, with at least two years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase independence.
• Collaborate with Case Managers to facilitate programs for individuals.
• Document progress toward community integration efforts.

Skills

Support individuals to be independent

Crisis management

Effective communication

Building support networks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

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

We are seeking a Community Integration Counselor in Bowie, MD to provide individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community.

Pay rate is: $15.65 an hour

Available Shifts: Monday - Friday 9am to 3pm

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
• Collaborate with the Case Manager to develop and facilitate programs which meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of the individual
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual’s progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Ensure medical consultation forms are completed, by the physician, for each medical appointment attended
• Administer medications and ensures proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinates 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
• Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Working Conditions

• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ poundsMay be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
• Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to: [e-mail]

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.org

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

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