Community Integration Counselor - Empower Independence

Community Options, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical

Dental

Vision

Birthday Holiday and Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discounts

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor for Washington, PA. The CIC assists individuals with learning daily living skills and staying independent in the community.

Starting pay is $17.71 per hour and entails travel, documentation, and collaborative support with families and staff. The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred), a valid driver’s license, and at least two years of experience supporting individuals with IDD.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with IDD.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Employment requires successful completion of background, registry, and drug checks.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to increase independence.
• Meet waiver participants in homes, community sites, or offices.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts.
• Document progress toward community integration goals.
• Build a support network between the individual and the community.
• Administer medications and ensure proper documentation.
• Coordinate leisure and volunteer opportunities.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate program documentation and billing records.
• Cooperate with licensing and departmental inspections.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor for Washington, PA. The CIC assists individuals with learning daily living skills and staying independent in the community.

Starting pay is $17.71 per hour and entails travel, documentation, and collaborative support with families and staff. The role requires a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred), a valid driver’s license, and at least two years of experience supporting individuals with IDD.