COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
We are a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester. Our mission is to support all people in need and advocate for social justice and human dignity. We envision a just and compassionate community rooted in love and the dignity of all people. Our objectives are to address the needs of the community’s most vulnerable and to challenge conditions causing poverty and despair. We serve people regardless of religion, beliefs, race, or ethnicity, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
About the role
Direct Support Professionals perform a wide variety of person-centered supports and services with a strong emphasis on personal choice to individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include backup cook duties and possible driving of a food truck as needed.
Responsibilities
- Know the service plan and safeguards for each individual served
- Serve as backup cook as needed
- Learn the eVero database system for recordkeeping
- Write daily and monthly notes in a timely manner
- Assist and inspire individuals to achieve their goals
- Develop and provide cognitive and physical support to individuals with disabilities
- Provide safe transportation with a reliable and clean car and driver’s license
- Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of service plans based on individual preferences, needs, and interests
- Teach and reinforce techniques to help individuals achieve their goals
- Help individuals develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
- Support the safety of individuals in everyday situations
- Assist in selection and teaching of appropriate community activities
- Support participation in community activities
- Communicate with the individual’s circle of people
- Attend all required OPWDD and agency trainings
- Attend staff meetings
- Complete other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency
- Successful completion of the Direct Support Assistant Traineeship
- Valid NY State Driver License and access to a reliable vehicle
- Prior experience serving individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred
- Any offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type, and perform light lifting
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet
Benefits
- Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
- Generous time off package and work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative environment
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Intrinsic reward of making a difference in people's lives
Pay
Starting at $17.00 per hour.
Schedule
Various hours.