Independent Living Support Specialist

Systems Unlimited, Inc.; Monticello (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Paid Sick and Vacation Banks

Short-term disability options

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Systems Unlimited, Inc. in Monticello is seeking caring individuals to support people with disabilities and mental health needs in their daily lives. This role focuses on promoting independence, dignity, and growth through personalized assistance and community activities.

You will help with daily living tasks, transportation, meals, and health appointments, while documenting your observations and progress to best support each person served. Driving record is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requirements: Driving record that is acceptable is preferred.
• People with a passion to help others encouraged to apply, we will provide the training and classes needed to provide excellent services.

Responsibilities

• Assistance to allow people served to live more independently and happily in their homes by working with them to achieve their personal goals, e.g., healthy eating, exercising, or doing fun activities in their home
• Assist with day-to-day needs (transportation, cleaning, bathing, preparing meals, medical appointments, etc.)
• Go with people served in the community to do activities (Shopping, Special Olympics, movies, etc.)
• Provide encouragement and coaching to people who are working to develop daily living skills & healthy habits
• Write documentation about the support you provided during your shift
• Work with a variety of needs including medical, behavioral, and mental health supports.

Job description

Systems Unlimited, Inc. in Monticello is seeking caring individuals to support people with disabilities and mental health needs in their daily lives. This role focuses on promoting independence, dignity, and growth through personalized assistance and community activities.

You will help with daily living tasks, transportation, meals, and health appointments, while documenting your observations and progress to best support each person served. Driving record is preferred.