Community Integration Counselor — Empower Independence in Queens

Community Options, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor in Queens, NY. The CIC assists individuals with learning and life skills and provides individualized community-based services.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Responsibilities include supporting independence, meeting participants regularly, documenting progress, and coordinating community activities; driving to appointments and ensuring proper documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals increase independence and daily living skills.
• Meet waiver participants regularly in residence, community, or office.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts.
• Document progress toward community integration goals.
• Build and maintain a support network between individual and community.
• Administer medications and ensure proper documentation.
• Coordinate leisure and volunteer opportunities.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately.
• Assist with inspections and cooperate with staff as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor in Queens, NY. The CIC assists individuals with learning and life skills and provides individualized community-based services.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Responsibilities include supporting independence, meeting participants regularly, documenting progress, and coordinating community activities; driving to appointments and ensuring proper documentation.