Supportive Living Companion

Pathfinder, Inc.; Trumann (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Supportive Living Companion to provide essential services to individuals in their homes and communities. This role focuses on enhancing self-help and socialization skills while ensuring compliance with treatment goals. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the relevant experience, this part-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of others.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience in public health or community service.
• CNA or Medical Assistant certification qualifies for a special rate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver services based on consumer's person-centered plan.
• Support individuals in developing independent living skills.
• Complete and submit required documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Home Management

Cooking

Cleaning

Socialization

Medication Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

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Position Overview

The Supportive Living Companion works under immediate supervision, providing tailored services and activities within the consumer's home and community. The role involves ensuring services are delivered as designed to help consumers acquire, retain, and improve self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills, aligned with active treatment goals and objectives. Responsibilities include reporting incidents, completing activity logs linked to person-centered plans, submitting required documents, and maintaining compliance with personnel policies.

Work Schedule

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 7:00AM-11:00PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver services and activities within the consumer's home and community based on their person-centered plan.
• Support individuals in developing independent living skills, including home management, cooking, cleaning, socialization, and supported employment.
• Follow incident procedures within 24 hours per Department of Human Services policy.
• Complete activity logs as per the person-centered plan.
• Report any changes affecting the individual receiving services.
• Remind consumers to take or refill medication if necessary.
• Complete and submit required documentation.
• Meet initial and ongoing training requirements.
• Maintain compliance with personnel documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• One year of relevant experience in public health, human services, or community service, or two years working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• CNA or Medical Assistant certification qualifies for a special rate.
• Ability to understand written activity plans, communicate effectively, access emergency and transportation services, pass background and maltreatment registry checks, and complete a drug screen.

Must pass background checks and drug screening. Employment offers are contingent upon these results.

Additional Details

• Salary: $12.00 - $12.50 per hour
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Industry: Services for the Elderly and Disabled