Community Support Specialist - Metro

About the Role

This is a full-time (32.5 hours/week) Monday-Friday role. Community Support Specialists earn an hourly rate of $23/hour.

What You Will Do

• 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
• Assist participants with personal care, 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 You Can Expect From Us

• We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions
• We'll help you help others
• You'll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support
• You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better
• Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation
• Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor. Ask your recruiter for details

What We Expect Of You

The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:

• Impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people
• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, education, medical or human services—preferably supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities
• 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
• 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

Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.