Life Skills & Community Support Specialist

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services organization in New York seeks individuals to assist and train clients with developmental disabilities in personal care, travel, and life skills. Responsibilities include supporting a comfortable home environment, encouraging social skill development, and ensuring personal health. Candidates should hold a High School diploma and ideally have experience with this population. Certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AMAP are required. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on community integration and individual well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience working with developmentally disabled population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in personal care and life skills.
• Create a positive environment for individual growth.
• Assist individuals with community integration.
• Monitor personal health continuously.

Skills

Specialized training in direct care provision

First Aid and CPR certification

SCIPR Competencies certification

Demonstrated competency in written and verbal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

A support services organization in New York seeks individuals to assist and train clients with developmental disabilities in personal care, travel, and life skills. Responsibilities include supporting a comfortable home environment, encouraging social skill development, and ensuring personal health. Candidates should hold a High School diploma and ideally have experience with this population. Certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AMAP are required. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on community integration and individual well-being.