Community Support Specialist: Help Adults Thrive

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust professional development and training opportunities

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid vacation and personal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington is seeking a Community Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities in achieving their personal goals while respecting their rights. This direct-care position involves participation in team meetings, providing personal assistance, and promoting community engagement.

We offer a robust benefits package including medical insurance, retirement savings plans, and professional development opportunities. Join us in making a profound difference in the lives of those we serve.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with persons with severe and multiple disabilities.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities in achieving personal outcomes.
• Document daily activities and goal progress.
• Create stimulating learning environments using various activities.
• Communicate with participants and their families effectively.
• Promote health and wellness through engagement in activities.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook 365

Valid local driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience working with persons with severe and multiple disabilities

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY: The Community Support Specialist is a skilled, direct-care position focused on assisting adults with developmental disabilities in achieving their personal outcomes while always respecting their personal rights and choices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in PCP meetings, plan and implements goals as agreed in the participant’s team meeting(s).
• Clearly documents with a detailed description of participants daily activities, behaviors, goal progress, etc.
• Creates a stimulating learning environment utilizing various activities, to include sensory, physical and community activities on a daily basis.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with participants, their families and essential team members at all times.
• Provides personal assistance to persons with disabilities.
• Promotes communication using alternative or traditional means.
• Promotes health and wellness, and actively engages participants in activities onsite and within the community.
• Assists with maintenance of program site area and program vehicles.
• Safely transports participants from the Program to various community outings and back in an Agency vehicle as scheduled.
• Properly records and administers medication to clients as required.

1. Pass the MTTP tests.
2. Recertify as Certified Medication Technician (CMT) with the MBON as required.
3. Follow the directions and procedures per the delegating RN.

• Performs other job-related duties.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with persons with severe and multiple disabilities.
• Certified Nursing Assistant a plus.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Possess basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook 365.
• Must possess a valid local, driver’s license and the ability to maintain a good driving record.

Benefits Package:

• Robust Professional development and training opportunities
• Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short Term/ Long Term disability
• Group Life Insurance and AD&D
• Other Volunteer Insurance Benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Parenting leave
• Pet’s Insurance

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM