Community Support Assistant: Impact & Growth

Apace (formerly Region V Services); Auburn (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick leave

Vacation leave

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Apace is seeking an Assistant Community Support Coordinator in Auburn, NE. You will supervise staff, assist with ISP implementation, and may substitute for Direct Support Professionals as needed.

The role involves coordinating training, health and well-being activities, and community integration efforts, with a focus on program development, record-keeping, and teamwork within the agency management structure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge.
• One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in areas of individual programs, finances, and medications.
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license or other reliable means of transportation; ability to drive 15-passenger vans.
• Reliable means of communication (phone, cell phone).
• Criminal history APS and CPS background check; may be subject to drug/alcohol screen.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the hiring processes for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
• Aids in identifying training needs for staff to achieve program goals and conducts retraining or specialized training as needed.
• Monitors staff performance and provides feedback to Community Support Coordinators (CSC).
• Assists in writing programs and advising staff in programming techniques, record-keeping, and procedures.

Skills

Staff supervision

Hiring DSPs

Staff training

Program development

Life skills training

Transportation coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Apace is seeking an Assistant Community Support Coordinator in Auburn, NE. You will supervise staff, assist with ISP implementation, and may substitute for Direct Support Professionals as needed.

The role involves coordinating training, health and well-being activities, and community integration efforts, with a focus on program development, record-keeping, and teamwork within the agency management structure.