In Home Support Provider (DSP)

Community Options, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition reduction partnerships with universities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Community Integration Counselors in Tempe, AZ, to support individuals with disabilities in managing life skills. Responsibilities include encouraging independence, documenting progress, and coordinating medical appointments. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant experience. The position offers competitive insurance, paid holidays, PTO, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-6 months of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background checks and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their independence.
• Meet with waiver participants regularly in various settings.
• Document individual progress toward community integration.
• Administer medications and complete necessary documentation.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and community activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Support for individuals with disabilities

Building supportive relationships

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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 and Part-Time Community Integration Counselor in the Greater Phoenix, AZ area. The Community Integration Counselor (CIC) is 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.

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
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Administer medications and ensure proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinate 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
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English with individuals served, coworkers, and supervisors to ensure safety, follow care plans, and complete documentation.
• Minimum of 3-6 months 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

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V