Community Support Specialist

BCRC; False Pass (AK); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Retirement-Defined Benefit Pension

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Eleven Paid Holidays

Job summary

BCRC is looking for compassionate candidates to empower individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence and social connections. This role involves providing life skills training and job support to assist participants in transitions to integrated employment.

The position offers a structured schedule with full-time and part-time options. Employees enjoy benefits like health insurance, paid holidays, and retirement plans along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Previous experience with individuals with disabilities preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for essential life skills and community engagement.
• Assist in identifying career aspirations and job searches.
• Offer job coaching to help individuals understand workplace culture.
• Document participant progress and goal achievement using software.

Skills

Community engagement

Meal planning

Financial literacy

Job coaching

Public transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BCRC’s software program

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

BCRC is seeking dedicated and compassionate candidates to provide employment, life skills and person-centered support to individuals with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities. The primary goal of this role is to empower participants to achieve greater independence in their daily lives, foster meaningful social connections, and successfully transition into or maintain integrated employment.

Schedule:

• Typically daylight hours- 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• FT-5 days/wk; PT 4 days/wk

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support for essential life skills, including community engagement, meal planning, financial literacy, and use of public transportation.
• Provide support in identifying career aspirations, conducting job searches, and preparation for applying for jobs and interview participation.
• Provide job coaching to help individuals master tasks, understand workplace culture, and meet employer expectations.
• Use BCRC’s software program to document and maintain accurate records of participant progress and goal achievement.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience: Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred but not required. Training will be provided.

Benefits:

• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life and STD/LTD Disability Insurance
  
• Retirement-Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

BCRC is an equal opportunity employer. Find out more about us at www.bcrcinc.net