Community Integration Counselor: Drive Independence & Impact

Community Options, Inc.; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive health insurance

paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentive programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Great coworkers

University partnerships

Descripción de la vacante

Community Options, Inc. in Queens, NY is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor to help individuals with disabilities learn and apply life skills across home, community, and work settings. You will meet participants regularly, document progress, coordinate activities, and support their independence while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. A valid driver's license and a background check are required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred but

Formación

• High school diploma or GED; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• At least two years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Background checks including criminal, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing required.

Responsabilidades

• Support individuals to increase independence in daily living.
• Meet waiver participants at home, in the community, or in an office.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts.
• Document progress toward community integration goals.
• Coordinate leisure and volunteer opportunities.
• Assist with transportation to medical appointments and events.

Conocimientos

Driver's license

Communication

Empathy

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Community Options, Inc. in Queens, NY is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor to help individuals with disabilities learn and apply life skills across home, community, and work settings. You will meet participants regularly, document progress, coordinate activities, and support their independence while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. A valid driver's license and a background check are required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred but