Community Services Assistant

United Way of Great Knoxville; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Services is seeking a Community Services Assistant to provide person-centered supports across community participation, recreation, wraparound services, and individualized 1:1 supports.

The role involves coordinating transportation, completing reports, maintaining documentation, and representing the agency in community meetings and events. Requirements include a high school diploma and a Tennessee driver’s license, with preference for experience with developmentally disabled individuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous experience with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across CP, Recreation, Wraparound, and 1:1 services while collaborating with all Sunshine Services departments.
• Conduct pre-planning weekly and tailor enrichment activities using person-centered assessments.
• Find and implement new opportunities for activities, lessons, and community experiences.
• Explore community volunteer opportunities and develop partnerships; act as Sunshine Services ambassador.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participation and progress in programs.
• Support participation and transportation to and from activities.
• Complete reports as scheduled and pursue formal training opportunities.
• Represent Sunshine Services professionally at meetings, events, and public functions.
• Assist with Special Olympics documentation and serve as coach as needed.
• Promote the agency’s mission at events, meetings and collaborative partnerships.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by leadership.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Community Services Assistant is responsible for providing person-centered supports to individuals participating in Sunshine Services’ community-based programs. Based on program and individual needs, this position may provide support through Community Participation, Recreation, Wraparound Services, individualized 1:1 supports, community activities, volunteer opportunities, and other services offered by Sunshine Services. Assignments and schedules may vary based on the needs of individuals supported and the organization.

Description

• 1. Provide support across CP, Recreation, Wraparound, and 1:1 services while collaborating with and assisting all departments within Sunshine Services to ensure consistent, person-centered support and effective program operations.
• 2. Conduct pre-planning weekly. Develop maximum enrichment focus for community activities tailored to individuals using a person-centered approach, applying interview and formal assessments as needed.
• 3. Find and implement new opportunities for individuals to explore, experience, and gain exposure in all elements of activities, educational materials, lessons, volunteer opportunities, and community-based experiences.
• 4. Explore volunteer opportunities in the community for participants and develop partnerships. Act as a Sunshine Services Ambassador and broadcast program information to enhance community outreach.
• 5. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participation and progress in community day program and recreation for persons supported.
• 6. Support individuals with participation and transportation to and from community day program and recreation activities.
• 7. Complete reports as scheduled; manage time professionally. Seek any formal training opportunities.
• 8. Represents Sunshine Services in a positive and professional manner in community meetings, events and social functions. Set example for individual supported and peers to follow.
• 9. Assist with maintaining documentation required for participation in Special Olympics including record of scores for competition registration. Facilitate practices and serve as a coach as needed.
• 10. Represent Sunshine Services in a professional and positive manner at community events, networking opportunities, public meetings, and collaborative partnerships while promoting the agency’s mission and services.
• 11. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Community Services or Executive Director to support the mission and operational goals of Sunshine Services.

Requirements

Education Requirements:

A high school degree or equivalent is required. Must be at least 18 years of age. Preference will be given to those with previous work experience with developmentally disabled individuals.

Position Requirements:

Complete certification classes for Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel. Complete all required DDA training in a timely manner. Maintain certifications and complete refresher training annually. Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license and be insurable by the agency insurance company.