Community Integration Counselor (Part-Time)

Community Options, Inc.; Drums (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a part-time Community Integration Counselor to assist individuals with disabilities in Drums, PA. The role involves encouraging independence, documenting progress, and providing support for community integration, offering overall competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Incentive Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

University partnerships for tuition reduction

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a supportive relationship.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to increase independence.
• Meet with participants regularly in various settings.
• Administer medications and maintain documentation.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Integration Counselor (Part-Time)

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Description

Description

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

We are now hiring a Part-Time Community Integration Counselor in Wind Gap/Stroudsburg, PA. 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.

Starting pay is $17.25/per hour

FT new hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $500.00, and PT new hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $250.00, payable after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, per ED approval

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, 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
  
  

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! Careers.comop.org

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

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

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