Community Living Support Specialist: Empower Independence

AHRC Nassau; Locust Valley (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AHRC Nassau is seeking Direct Support Staff to provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals in Community Living Services, ensuring a high quality of life through assistance with self-care, health, safety, and wellbeing.

You will help individuals participate in community activities, support household chores, and follow treatment plans while documenting progress and maintaining records. Responsibilities include transportation, mentoring new staff, and attending team meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals to ensure active participation in daily life, including self-care, health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Support individuals in becoming active community members and maintaining relationships.
• Assist with household chores to ensure a safe, clean home and participate in chores as needed.
• Follow treatment plans and use adaptive equipment to promote independence and health.
• Assist with meal preparation, including nutrition and cooking basics.
• Assist with medication administration according to AMAP policy and procedures.
• Document treatment plans, medical notes, logs, and progress toward goals.
• Attend meetings as part of the interdisciplinary team and share progress and ideas.
• Provide transportation for medical appointments, shopping, and outings.
• Mentor new Direct Support Staff and review training materials to prepare them for responsibilities.
• Participate in House Meetings and maintain certification/training expectations.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
• This position requires fingerprint/criminal background check.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

AHRC Nassau is seeking Direct Support Staff to provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals in Community Living Services, ensuring a high quality of life through assistance with self-care, health, safety, and wellbeing.

You will help individuals participate in community activities, support household chores, and follow treatment plans while documenting progress and maintaining records. Responsibilities include transportation, mentoring new staff, and attending team meetings.