Daytime Community Support Specialist — Enrichment & Care

Opportunity Services Inc.; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical - employer-paid premiums

Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Retirement Savings Bonus

Dependent Care FSA

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Opportunity Services in Savage, MN is seeking a Community Support Specialist to help adults with disabilities through our Day Services Program. This community-based role involves taking individuals into the community for enrichment and volunteer opportunities, coaching groups at their workplace, and supporting their physical, emotional, and interpersonal needs.

No nights or weekends. Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with adults with disabilities and/or behavioral needs
• High School Diploma is required
• Ability to obtain DOT certification
• Clean driving record and valid Driver's License
• Ability to perform physical tasks (bend, squat, kneel, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to clients in recreational activities, mealtimes and other community activities
• Provide quality assistance with all personal cares
• Provide and assist with medication
• Hook up wheelchairs and operate lift vehicles
• Facilitate interactions between work teams and the greater population
• Use positive reinforcement and alternate communication strategies
• Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner
• Attend required staff meetings and training
• Assist in transportation of clients using company vehicles

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Opportunity Services in Savage, MN is seeking a Community Support Specialist to help adults with disabilities through our Day Services Program. This community-based role involves taking individuals into the community for enrichment and volunteer opportunities, coaching groups at their workplace, and supporting their physical, emotional, and interpersonal needs.

No nights or weekends. Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.