Community Integration Counselor (HCBS)

Community Options Job Board; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 21,352; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is seeking Part-Time Community Integration Counselors in Greater Phoenix, AZ. This role focuses on supporting individuals with disabilities to improve their independence and community integration. Responsibilities include regular meetings with participants, documenting progress, and assisting with medical needs. Competitive hourly rate and various perks such as health insurance and paid holidays are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 90 days of relevant experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to ensure safe transportation and assist medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to increase their independence.
• Meet participants regularly in various settings.
• Document individual progress and medical needs.
• Assist in community integration and support networks.

Skills

Support individuals with disabilities

Good judgment in crisis

Ability to build relationships

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal vehicle

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are actively seeking Part-Time Community Integration Counselors in Greater Phoenix, AZ. This role provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted by an individual with a disability living in the community.

The hourly rate is $15.50 per hour!

• Part Time Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:00AM-7:00PM
• Can be a combination of Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun

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
• Collaborate with the Case Manager to develop and facilitate programs which meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of the individual
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual’s progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Ensure medical consultation forms are completed, by the physician, for each medical appointment attended
• Administer medications and ensures proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinates 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
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum 90 days of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Working Conditions:

• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?

• Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to: [e-mail]

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

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