Community Integration Counselor - Growth & Generous PTO

Community Options, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Community Integration Counselor in Washington, PA to help individuals learn physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills and to support them in managing daily community living.

The CIC provides individualized services, builds supportive networks, accompanies participants to medical appointments, and documents progress toward greater independence. Starting pay is $17.71 per hour, with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their independence.
• Meet with waiver participants regularly in residence, community, or office settings.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts and document progress.
• Coordinate leisure and volunteer opportunities and build community supports.
• Administer medications and ensure proper documentation.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Community Integration Counselor in Washington, PA to help individuals learn physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills and to support them in managing daily community living.

The CIC provides individualized services, builds supportive networks, accompanies participants to medical appointments, and documents progress toward greater independence. Starting pay is $17.71 per hour, with benefits and growth opportunities.