Community Support Specialist - Independence & Life Skills

Aurora Staffing Solutions Limited; New Jersey; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid time off

403b retirement plan

Continuing education programs

Tuition-assisted program

Career growth opportunities

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Allies Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a Community Support Staff member to teach daily living skills and support independence for individuals with developmental disabilities in a community-based residential setting. You will collaborate with Allies Inc.

to address health, safety, and welfare concerns. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, administering medications, and maintaining thorough documentation to support ISP goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• Valid unrestricted driver's license with a good driving record.
• The ability to sit, bend, squat, reach, be agile, physically pursue individuals on foot and stand for several hours at a time.
• Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in English and direct/respond to individual's needs.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with daily living skills when appropriate with respect and dignity.
• Administers medication and completes documentation of same following procedures outlined in the Operations Manual.
• Completes training and documentation with individuals to achieve Individualized Service Plan (ISP) goals.
• Accurately completes all in-house documentation including Vehicle Log, ISP tracking, ABC forms, UIRs/GERs, Critical Information Log, MAIR, and Monthly reports.
• Attends conferences, seminars and training relevant to the specific needs of the individuals served.
• Completes all duties as assigned by the Support Manager.

Skills

Driver's license

English communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Allies Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a Community Support Staff member to teach daily living skills and support independence for individuals with developmental disabilities in a community-based residential setting. You will collaborate with Allies Inc.

to address health, safety, and welfare concerns. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, administering medications, and maintaining thorough documentation to support ISP goals.