Community Integration Specialist

UCP of Sacramento and Northern California; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Community Integration Specialist to provide vital support to participants with disabilities. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to implement Individual Service Plans. Applicants should possess a valid driver license and CPR certification. Duties include supervising clients, assisting with personal care, and advocating for client rights. Join a dedicated team in Sacramento, California to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Must have a valid driver license and clean driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group supervision to clients.
• Record daily progress made by clients in meeting ISP goals.
• Assist clients with personal care needs including toileting and dressing.
• Dispense medication according to Program Manager directives.
• Advocate for client rights and needs.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to create and implement a tracking system for clients

Proactive and independent

Excellent time management skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Valid driver license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Videoconferencing tools (Zoom, Webex)

Job description

About the job Community Integration Specialist

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing direct support, teaching,and facilitation to enable participants with disabilities to engage inchosen activities are in line with their person-centered plan.

Duties and Responsibilites:

• Provides individual and group supervision and instruction to clients both in the community and within the program facility.
• Provides input into the development of Individual Service Plans.
• Provides follow through on clients ISP goals/objectives to assurethat they are properly implemented, monitored, documented and evaluatedto meet program requirements.
• Records daily progress made by client in meeting ISP goals and objectives.
• Sets up instructional/training supplies each day as directed by the Program Manager or his/her designee.
• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings with Program Manager and other related personnel.
• Assists in developing and implementing non-aversive behavioral management plans to meet the needs of the client.
• Operates personal or agency-owned vehicle in a safe manner and in accordance with California State law.
• Assists with cleanup of program facility and ensure that all materials are put away in appropriate location.
• Monitors and assists clients arriving and departing the programincluding program vehicles and outside transportation departments.
• Assists in personal care needs of clients including but not limitedto toileting, dressing, feeding, personal hygiene, lifting andpositioning.
• Ensures clients safety with regard to special adapted equipment, i.e., wheelchairs, trays, speech devices.
• Maintains a professional demeanor with management, co-workers, members of the community, and with all outside agencies.
• Maintains Code of Safe Practices for his or her classification.
• Dispenses medication to clients following Program Managers directives.
• Adheres to the guidelines found in the Employee Handbook.
• Adheres to the Rights of Persons with Developmental Disabilities,maintain client confidentiality, follow required reporting procedureswith respect to special incidents or suspected abuse.
• Advocates for client rights and needs.
• Completes and submits in a timely fashion, documentation of eachclients progress including daily session notes, monthly progressreports and daily activity sheets.
• Assists clients with unanticipated or emergency situations that may arise.
• Selects or develops resource materials to enable client growth.
• Participates in in-service training as required and maintains required certification.
• Adheres to guidelines for conducting Community Based Instruction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and implement a tracking system for all clients served.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and monthly/annual goals.
• Has the ability to quickly learn new systems as they are implemented.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, videoconferencing using Zoom, Webex, etc., and adequate/reliable internet access.

Education and Experience:

• CPR and First Aid certification (can be provided by UCP)
• Valid driver license and clean driving record, Insurance.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and/or talking on the phone.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds.