Community Support Assistant - Empower Independence

Melwood Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Melwood Inc. at the Melwood-PG Campus, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, USA, is seeking a Community Support Assistant for full-time, 40 hours per week, at $18.50 per hour. The role focuses on personal care, community integration, and promoting independence per the individual plan.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, meal preparation, transportation, and communicating with the care team. A HS diploma and driving are required; experience with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of driving experience required.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide and/or assist with personal care and emotional support to persons served; help them reach maximum independence.
• Support individuals with meal preparation, daily living activities and clean, healthy environment.
• Assist with medical appointments as needed and monitor changes in condition.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driving experience

Disabilities experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Melwood Inc. at the Melwood-PG Campus, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, USA, is seeking a Community Support Assistant for full-time, 40 hours per week, at $18.50 per hour. The role focuses on personal care, community integration, and promoting independence per the individual plan.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, meal preparation, transportation, and communicating with the care team. A HS diploma and driving are required; experience with developmental disabilities is preferred.