Community Support Specialist (Residential)

Springbrook NY, Inc; Town of Sidney (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Springbrook NY, Inc seeks a supportive direct care teammate to assist individuals across educational, residential, and community settings. You will help with activities of daily living, promote independence, follow individualized plans, and ensure safety and compliance with policies and state regulations.

You will read care plans, advocate for participants, participate in meetings, collect data, and complete billing documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associates degree preferred.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Flexible schedule and ability to relocate as needed.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical interventions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive Springbrook vehicles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living across educational, residential and community settings.
• Follow all plans, learning materials, and goals in participant plans.
• Read individualized service plans and guides to understand needs.
• Advocate for participants and promote choice and independence.
• Attend team and 1:1 meetings with supervisor and complete required data collection.
• Complete billing documentation for supports and services provided.
• Maintain safe, clean environments and assist with transportation as needed.
• Be reassigned to other locations based on business needs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Computer software proficiency

Driver's license

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Springbrook NY, Inc seeks a supportive direct care teammate to assist individuals across educational, residential, and community settings. You will help with activities of daily living, promote independence, follow individualized plans, and ensure safety and compliance with policies and state regulations.

You will read care plans, advocate for participants, participate in meetings, collect data, and complete billing documentation.