Community Support Specialist - Hazelwood Day Program

About the role

This is a full-time (32.5 hours/week) Monday - Friday position working 9:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills that increase adults’ independence, self-esteem, and participation out in the community
• Assist one to four participants in planning a meaningful day that matches interests and goals
• Engage in activities out in the community (e.g., local park, baseball game) and at the Day Center (e.g., music therapy, arts and crafts)
• Transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area
• Auxiliary care for participants, including restroom, meals, and dressing
• Maintain an understanding of participants’ Individual Support Plans and implementation practices
• Complete community events reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines

What We Expect Of You

• The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:
• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, education, medical or human services—preferably supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities
• A high school diploma or equivalent experience, such as knowledge of best practices for supporting people with developmental disabilities
• At least 21 years old and three years of driving experience
• A reliable vehicle (4 seat belts and working heating/cooling) and valid driver’s license and auto insurance at time of hire
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently (e.g., emergency calls)
• Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training —provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost

About St. Louis Arc

The St. Louis Arc is a non-profit organization that provides support and services to more than 4,500 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year. Known for the quality of our staff and culture, the St. Louis Arc was recently recognized as one of the Top 3 Best Places to Work in the “Big Companies” category by St. Louis Business Journal.