What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Integration Counselor (HCBS) position at Community Options Job Board?
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are actively seeking Part-Time Community Integration Counselors in Greater Phoenix, AZ. 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 $15.50 per hour!
Location: Mesa, AZ
- Part Time Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:00AM-7:00PM
- Can be a combination of Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun
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
Minimum Requirements:
- 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: Resumes-Tempe@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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