Community Support Specialist (Part-Time)

Hirebridge LLC; Narberth (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

JEVS is seeking a Community Support Counselor to help individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities live, work, and participate fully in the community. The role emphasizes building safe relationships, guiding plans toward achievable goals, and teaching independent living skills.

Based in Narberth, PA, the counselor will mentor individuals to develop social skills, pursue volunteer opportunities or employment, and engage in community activities aligned with their interests.

Qualifications

• Develop rapport with individuals to build trust and safety.
• Support plans to help individuals reach goals and dreams.
• Teach independent living skills and practical strategies for growth.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to develop social skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a rapport with individuals and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship
• Contribute to the plans that support individuals to reach their goals and dreams
• Teach independent living skills and add strategies the individual can use to grow in their independence
• Provide guidance and mentoring to support social skills
• Coach individuals to establish volunteer opportunities or employment
• Assist individuals to engage in community activities that match their interests

Job description

When you love what you do, it’s not a job—it’s a calling. At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and fulfilling lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,500 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community for over 85 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals gain independence and economic security. We believe everyone deserves access to jobs, educational opportunities, and vital services.

We have an exciting opportunity as a community-based Community Support Counselor. This program supports individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities to live, work, and take part in a full community life.

This is an opportunity for an individual looking to support people in Narberth, PA.

Job Overview:

• Develop a rapport with individuals and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship
• Contribute to the plans that support individuals to reach their goals and dreams
• Teach independent living skills and add strategies the individual can use to grow in their independence
• Provide guidance and mentoring to support social skills
• Coach individuals to establish volunteer opportunities or employment
• Assist individuals to engage in community activities that match their interests