Community Integration Counselor

Community Options Job Board; Drums (PA); On-site; USD 17,616 - 25,089; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor in Drums, PA. The role involves providing individualized support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing their independence. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. The position offers a pay rate of $15.50 an hour, with various benefits including a $250 Sign-On Bonus opportunity. Interested applicants can send their resume to a provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their independence.
• Meet with participants regularly in various settings.
• Collaborate with Case Managers on individualized programs.
• Document individual progress toward integration.
• Administer medications and coordinate recreational activities.

Skills

Support and encourage independence

Build supportive relationships

Judgment in crisis situations

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 Now Hiring a Full‑Time Community Integration Counselors in Drums, PA. The Community Integration Counselor will be 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

The pay‑rate is $15.50 an hour.

Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8am to 4pm

Weareofferinga $250 Sign‑On Bonus opportunity for FT & PT New Hires! (Mustcomplete90daysofsatisfactoryemploymenttobeeligible)

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
• 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+ pounds
• May 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]

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.