Community Supports Specialist - full time or part time

Full-time (40 hours) and part-time (20-24 hours) positions available. Non-exempt role reporting to the Community Supports Director.

About the Role

Provide effective, efficient delivery of services to consumers with developmental disabilities in their natural homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted and goal-oriented supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Deliver direct care supports and training to increase consumer independence.
• Participate in the development of Individual Support Plans (ISP).
• Teach daily living skills to consumers where barriers have been identified per ISP.
• Seek new community-connection opportunities to increase consumer independence.
• Support consumers in learning appropriate responses to real-life situations.
• Complete emergency drills and required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and consumer team regarding progress and issues.
• Complete all required documentation per funder and agency guidelines, including progress logs and data collection.
• Submit documentation to supervisor to meet deadlines.
• Complete all required trainings by deadlines.
• Maintain high professional standards and engage in professional development activities.
• Follow all personnel, facility, and department policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Direct care experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities highly preferred.
• Knowledge of disabilities and special needs populations (preferred).
• Knowledge of resources within the county.
• Ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write effectively in English.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task, plan, and prioritize to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills (required).
• Must be certified in CPR and first aid within 60 days of hire (training provided).
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance required; ability to travel independently.
• Ability to obtain a Class E Missouri license within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to continually walk or stand for up to 3 hours and lift, push, pull, or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work evenings, nights, and weekends.