Description

Job Summary: 

Flexible hours and work schedules make this an excellent opportunity for those seeking an opportunity that works with school schedules, or for other individuals looking to experience a fulfilling role serving the intellectually and physically disabled community. Directly assist individuals with optimizing their personal, social, and vocational opportunities by providing research, access and support to assist with individuals as they participate in community life. Examples include but are not limited to: leisure and recreational activities, volunteerism, self-advocacy, health and wellness promotion, accessing and utilizing public transportation, cultural and spiritual activities.

Research/Discovery:

• Collaborate with the Community Resource Coordinator and/or Director of Community Integration, the individual, and other team members, to develop a person centered profile to identify community interests.
• Work with the Community Resource Coordinator to update the community goals as needed.
• Implement ISP in areas of recreation, socialization, and self-advocacy. Assists consumers in the development of meaningful connections by acting as a “bridge builder” to establish greater ties to the community and to support the development of friendships.
• Responsible for identifying potential barriers to community involvement, including but not limited to environmental, attitudinal, and economic barriers.
• Responsible for identifying community resources which could enhance the individual’s quality of life and which could help meet the goals of the consumer.
• Research and identify community inclusion resources and activities available in their metropolitan area.

Advocacy/Support:

• Maintain a positive and facilitative role with consumers to encourage independence.
• Troubleshoot a participation barrier with the community based and volunteer driven activities.
• Present a proactive, professional image, modeling a healthy lifestyle for consumers, staff, and the community.
• Participate in client quarterly meetings either directly or by report, to provide updates on communir hunmaty activities.o
• Provide support, structure, and guidance to help individuals overcome life issues that are keeping them from realizing their dreams.
• Participate in client quarterly meetings either directly or by report, to provide updates on community activities.

Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required; may substitute with relevant experience or current educational track focused on social or human services.
• Work Experience: Experience in a human service field and/or experience with individuals with developmental or other disabilities.
• General Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, meet agency’s driver insurability requirements, reliable vehicle, and up to date automobile insurance.
• Working Conditions: This position may require bending, lifting and stooping. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. 
• Training Requirements during Employment: Must maintain CPR and first aid certification, must pass Core A and B Medication Administration, must stay current on all other training as defined by state, accreditation body or agency guidelines.