Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Community Integration Counselor in Washington, PA to provide individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community.
Pay rate is: $17.00 an 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
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
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
Competitive Benefits
- Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Washington, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road