Community Integration Specialist(Job Coach)

The Arc Prince George's County; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization providing services to individuals with disabilities is hiring a Community Integration Specialist(Job Coach) in Hyattsville, MD. This full-time role focuses on supporting individuals' community integration and facilitating their independence through tailored activities and person-centered planning. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to enhancing the lives of those served.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time-off and holidays

Company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree and one years’ experience with adults with Intellectual Disabilities or a high school diploma and three years’ supervisor experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and assist in decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in planning and participating in community activities.
• Provide personal and health care support for daily living.
• Complete accurate documentation and manage challenging behaviors.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Dependability

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

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Description

About the Organization:

The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.

Position Summary

Provide the support necessary for the persons we serve to achieve their desired lifestyles and increase levels of independence, productivity, and social/physical inclusion into the community. This include: developing and assisting with the person centered planning process, transport, supervise and implement daily program activities and community experiences. Complete necessary daily documentation, as well as follow–up documentation.

Working Days & Hours

• Scheduled Work Days: Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (40 hrs/wk)
• Location: Employment Services
  
  

What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day

• Preparation for Change : Plan and prepare for changes, listen to individuals' interests, teach community success skills, provide necessary supports, and ensure individual plans reflect their preferences.
• Community Integration and Participation: Assist individuals in planning and participating in community experiences based on their interests and needs, implement person-centered plans, teach community living and work skills, ensure engagement and safety during activities, and serve as a positive role model.
• Personal and Health care: Assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities, ensure their safety and well-being, provide personal and health care support, administer medication accurately, report incidents promptly, and follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures during shifts.
• Communication and Documentation: Complete accurate documentation, attend required meetings and trainings, support policies and the agency's mission, promote teamwork and problem-solving, participate in developing person-centered goals, implement individual plans and behavior strategies, and manage challenging behaviors according to the plan.
• Managerial Duties: Provide daily staffing support, work the same hours as individuals, teach employment skills, serve as a liaison to outside agencies, ensure professional communication, protect individuals' rights, deliver high-quality job training, and assist employers in supervising individuals at job sites for future independent employment.
• General: Complete attendance reports, submit timesheets and behavioral data, ensure timely submission of required reports, address urgent matters at employment sites, and oversee proper documentation of PCPs and Behavior Plans in the Electronic Health Record System.
  
  

You Are The Ideal Candidate If

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University and one years’ experience in providing service to adults with Intellectual Disabilities or a high school diploma and at least three years’ supervisor experience
• Must be computer literate and have excellent oral and written skills
• Must have strong communication skills
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Must have basic computer skills and be able to use all required software
• Must have ability to problem-solve and assist in decision-making, including during emergencies
• Must maintain current status regarding assigned core competencies and other required certification acquisition within established schedule and timelines
• Must meet the criteria to be an approved driver for the Arc of Prince George's County and have reliable transportation
• Must have the ability to work productively with individuals and other team members to develop relationships
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills and good customer service skills
  
  

Total Rewards

The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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