Community Specialist

Thearcolc; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc in Oneida County invites applications for a direct support professional to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in community-based activities. You will plan, provide and document experiences that promote independence, inclusion, and meaningful participation.

Position based in Utica/Clinton area. Responsibilities include supervising participants at all times, transporting them to community activities, supporting daily living tasks, and upholding person-centered practices in

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to transfer and position individuals and operate equipment such as wheelchairs.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned individuals at all times.
• Provide transportation for outings within the community, following policies for agency vehicles.
• Promote person-driven choices and the Five Governing Principles in daily work.
• Assist with activities of daily living as needed.

Skills

Supervision

Transportation

ADL support

Community integration

Education

Associate Degree in human services or related field

High school diploma or GED with specialized training or experience

Job description

Assists in the implementation of the person's ISP/Day Habilitation Plan by planning, providing and documenting community integration experiences utilizing as many community based resources and supports as appropriate to the plan; assists in providing direct care, training and supervision to the extent required.

Oneida County - Utica and Clinton Area

Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for ensuring supervision of assigned individuals at all times
• Provide transportation for outings within the community, following established policies and procedures regarding the use of agency vehicles
• To promote and follow person driven choices in independence, individualization, inclusion and productivity and the "Five Governing Principles" when working with the people throughout the day
• Provide the extent of assistance necessary with activities of daily living, i.e. toileting, eating, ambulation and lifting as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in human services or related field preferred (Or)
• High school diploma or GED with specialized training, or year of experience in working with persons with developmental disabilities, or in an educational setting, or in a health care facility.
• Must be able to transfer and position individuals and manipulate equipment such as wheelchairs.
• Valid NYS Driver's License

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.