Community Support & Inclusion Specialist

Albertina-Ker; Gladstone (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertina Kerr seeks a Community Support Specialist to provide daily social, educational, and recreational activities for participants in Kerr's programs. You will collaborate with the team to develop activities aligned with individual goals, supporting learning and employment readiness.

Responsibilities include coordinating community-based experiences, assisting with outings, de-escalating behavioral issues, documenting progress, and driving participants in a 15-passenger van.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to relate to clients and customers with diverse abilities and needs.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Must be willing to drive and transport participants in a 15-passenger van.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct community-based learning and work experiences aligned with individual ability and choice.
• Provide volunteer experiences, job shadowing and community opportunities to build communication and teamwork.
• Assist staff to plan and implement community outings and social/recreational activities.
• Help create social bonds between participants and non-disabled community members.
• Facilitate learning to pursue integrated competitive employment.
• Manage and de-escalate behavioral issues according to ISP/IEP plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relate to diverse clients

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Albertina Kerr seeks a Community Support Specialist to provide daily social, educational, and recreational activities for participants in Kerr's programs. You will collaborate with the team to develop activities aligned with individual goals, supporting learning and employment readiness.

Responsibilities include coordinating community-based experiences, assisting with outings, de-escalating behavioral issues, documenting progress, and driving participants in a 15-passenger van.