Community Support Specialist - I/DD Day Program

Frederick County Government, Maryland; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Frederick County Government is seeking a Community Support Specialist to supervise and support adults with developmental disabilities at the Scott Key Center. The role includes providing supervision, personal care, training and job coaching to foster independence and meaningful connections.

Responsibilities include safety, wellbeing, and consistent program participation, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Full benefits are provided for a full-time, 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in human services, aging services, developmental or intellectual disability services, or case management.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and supervision in an integrated community support, day habilitation program or employment programs for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene needs including toileting and meal assistance.
• Support individuals with work related tasks, including behavior management and relationship building.
• Transport adults to off-site work locations or to and from the Scott Key Center in a County vehicle.
• Develop individualized support plans, job related training programs and goals for participants.
• Teach vocational skills and help individuals maintain and build skills in an integrated setting.
• Provide crisis interventions and administer medications as needed to ensure participant safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher (substitution)

Job description

Frederick County Government is seeking a Community Support Specialist to supervise and support adults with developmental disabilities at the Scott Key Center. The role includes providing supervision, personal care, training and job coaching to foster independence and meaningful connections.

Responsibilities include safety, wellbeing, and consistent program participation, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Full benefits are provided for a full-time, 40-hour work week.