Day Program DSP (Part-Time)

communityoptions; Orwigsburg (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team that support you!

University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Pennsylvania is seeking a Part-Time Community Integration Counselor to assist individuals with disabilities in managing and overcoming daily challenges. Responsibilities include supporting individual independence, documenting progress, and coordinating community activities.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree preferred, and two years of experience. Offers include competitive pay at $17.00 per hour and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• High school diploma or GED, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to be as independent as possible.
• Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts.
• Document individual progress toward acquiring community integration.
• Administer medications and ensure completion of necessary documentation.

Skills

Supporting individuals with disabilities

Effective communication

Relationship building

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a Part-Time Community Integration Counselor/ Day Program DSP in Hamburg, PA. The Community Integration Counselor (CIC) is responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. The Community Integration Counselor provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community.

Starting pay is $17.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their ability to be as independent as possible
• Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis either in the individual’s residence, the community, or an office setting
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Administer medications and ensure proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinate all leisure and volunteer opportunities
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Benefits

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

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