IDD Community Support Specialist

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health

Smyrna (GA)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Full time

21 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health is seeking staff to provide community-based services for participants, with a one-to-one staff-to-participant ratio. You will teach and coach social, networking, and adaptive skills to help individuals participate in the community and reduce maladaptive behaviors.

Responsibilities include transportation, documentation, collaboration with the treatment team, and ensuring health and safety.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Active State of Georgia Driver's License.
Must be able to drive a 16-passenger van.
Criminal background check clearance, official transcripts, valid driver’s license/ID, drug screen, TB test, and eligible 7-year MVR.

Responsibilities

Provide services in non-facility, community-based settings outside the participants' home or residential setting.
Assist with money management, shopping, public transportation, nutrition, and diet information.
Transport participants to activities and settings they use.
Document activities and progress in the electronic health record within required timeframes.
Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and Treatment Team on changes affecting health, safety, and welfare.
Maintain confidentiality and client rights per guidelines.
Participate in training and assist with developing individual support plans.