Intellectual Disability - Community Participation Associate

Keystone Human Services; Town of Whitehall (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Knowing you make a difference everyday

Casual/Per Diem

$21.50 per hour

Competitive benefits package including

Extensive training and learning oppot.

Job summary

Keystone Human Services in New York is seeking Community Participation Associates to help adults increase their employment potential and gain independence through meaningful community participation. You will develop supports, explore options, complete discovery, and coordinate transportation while teaching natural supports and negotiating with employers.

A valid driver’s license is required and comprehensive training is provided.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new programs/web-based systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to complete trainings including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop supports for individuals based on strengths, needs, and interests.
• Explore community participation options using person-centered tools.
• Complete the discovery process to identify employment themes and conditions.
• Develop potential employment ideas and negotiate with employers.
• Coordinate transportation and model natural supports with the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Web-based systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Web-based systems

Job description

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking Community Participation Associates to join our team of professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the community.

The Community Participation Associate works with adults to increase their potential for employment and obtain the skills necessary to become more independent and experience meaningful community participation and inclusion.

The Work:

• Develop appropriate supports for individuals based on their strengths, needs, and interests
• Explore potential community participation options using various person-centered tools
• Complete the discovery process with individuals to identify themes and ideal conditions of employment
• Develop potential employment ideas
• Target individualized goals in order to negotiate with the potential employers
• Work with members of the community to teach and model effective ways to provide natural supports to aid in the success of individuals
• Assist with coordination of transportation

The Perks:

• Knowing you make a difference everyday
• Casual/Per Diem
• $21.50 per hour
• Competitive benefits package including medical, 401K, and more
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn and utilize new programs and other web based systems
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to successfully complete all required trainings within specified timeframes, including Medication Administration, First Aid, and CPR certifications
• Valid Driver’s License with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of community resources including volunteer and potential vocational opportunities

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.