Senior Community Integration Counselor (DTA)

Community Options Job Board; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A national non-profit agency is seeking a Senior Community Integration Counselor in Tucson, AZ. This role involves overseeing the daytime program for individuals with disabilities, providing support to enhance their independence, and collaborating with case managers. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, at least 90 days of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and a retirement plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Minimum of 90 days relevant experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to engage and encourage individuals towards independence.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to enhance their independence.
• Meet participants regularly in residences or community settings.
• Collaborate with Case Managers to develop individualized programs.
• Document individuals’ progress in community integration.

Skills

Ability to establish supportive relationships

Ability to exercise good judgment in crisis situations

Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Senior Community Integration Counselor (DTA)

Job Category: Support Services

Requisition Number: COMMU025340

• Posted : May 31, 2024
• Full-Time
• Rate : $16 USD per hour

Locations

Tucson
3950 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719, USA

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are actively seeking a Senior Community Integration Counselor in Tucson, AZ area. The Community Integration Counselor will oversee the region's daytime program. This role provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted by an individual with a disability living in the community.

The hourly rate is $16.00 per hour!

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their ability to be as independent as possible
• Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis either in the individual’s residence, the community, or an office setting
• Collaborate with the Case Manager to develop and facilitate programs which meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of the individual
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual’s progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Ensure medical consultation forms are completed, by the physician, for each medical appointment attended
• Administer medications and ensures proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinates all leisure and volunteer opportunities
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Minimum 90 days of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations

Working Conditions

• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?

• Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities

If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to: [e-mail]

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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