Community Integration Counselor (Part-Time)

Community Options; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit agency seeking part-time Community Integration Counselors in Bloomsburg, PA. The position involves supporting individuals with disabilities in acquiring daily living skills and promoting community integration. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their independence.
• Meet with waiver participants regularly.
• Document individual’s progress toward community integration.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Patient support

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

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 Bloomsburg, PA. The Community Integration Counselor 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.

The pay-rate is $16.10 an hour.

This position is Monday through Friday

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

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum 2 years 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
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

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?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our Bloomsburg, PA office!

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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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