Floating Community Support Professional

Racker; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 23,763 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick and vacation time

Tuition assistance

20% discount on childcare services

Job summary

A community support service provider in the Tompkins County area is seeking a Floating Community Support Professional. This role offers flexible hours and involves providing individualized support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Ideal candidates will need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to meet the agency's driving criteria. Full-time positions are available, with competitive benefits including paid vacation and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet the agency's approved driver criteria.
• 3 years experience with a driver’s license with no more than 4 points or 1-3 years with no points or violations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of individuals supported.
• Provide individualized services and support skill development.
• Participate as an active member of the person’s team.

Skills

Ability to provide individualized services

Experience in community support

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Looking for fun, creative and flexible staff to provide community based support services with a variety of individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages. Community Support Professionals work one on one with individuals on their caseload to implement unique services, to explore and build skills which support increased independence, inclusion, and community engagement.

Overview

• Staff working 10 scheduled hours per week or more. All those working fewer then 10 scheduled hours per week will earn $17.25 per hour.

$18 per hour!* Paid Mileage $0.67 per mile! Full-time Available.

• Staff working 10 scheduled hours per week or more. All those working fewer then 10 scheduled hours per week will earn $17.25 per hour.

In terms of work locations listed above, you have the option of choosing the towns you prefer with a flexible daytime work schedule. This position can be part time or full time in the Tompkins County area 6-8 hours perferred on Saturday. This position requires that you have your own transportation.

Our competitive benefits for staff who work 27.5 hours or more (full time) include paid sick and vacation time, tuition assistance, health insurance, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children and grandchildren of full time staff. We also have a generous reimbursement for mileage.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the health and safety of the individuals supported
• Provide individualized services to people with disabilities and their families which may include: respite for families, teaching, modeling, and supporting skill development in a variety of areas at home and in the community
• Participate as an active member of the person’s team providing ideas, input, and advocacy for the person related to his or her Staff Action Plan
• Follow objectives as described in the person’s Staff Action Plan and as discussed with supervisor
• Attend training to improve services provided
• Complete job requirements (training, PPD, etc ) within appropriate time frames
• Report any potential incident to the designated Family Support Coordinator/Supervisor immediately, or the day that it occurred.
• Accurately enter time and services into Racker’s electronic health record, eVero, documenting service times, supports provided, and mileage according to program and regulatory requirements (e.g., contemporaneously documenting service provision)
• Use of smart-phone for documentation purposes required. Ownership/usage of personal smart-phone is strongly preferred
• Communicate regularly with supervisor regarding service provision
• Attend scheduled supervisory meetings regularly
• Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to meet the agency's approved driver criteria:
• 3 years experience with a driver’s license and no more than 4 points
• OR 1-3 years experience with a driver's license and no points or violations

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Individual and Family Services

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