Community Supports Specialist - part time Jefferson County

Job Purpose

To provide effective and efficient delivery of services to consumers.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide targeted and goal-oriented supports to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in their natural homes.
• Provide direct care supports and training to increase consumers' independence.
• Participate in the development of Individual Support Plans (ISP).
• Effectively teach daily living skills to consumers where barriers have been recognized per ISP.
• Consistently seek out new opportunities for consumers to connect with their community to increase their independence.
• Support consumers with learning appropriate responses to real-life situations.
• Complete emergency drills and documentation of drills as required.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and consumer team regarding progress and issues to be resolved.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Clearly and thoroughly document all interactions per funder's and agency's guidelines.
• Complete daily documentation including, but not limited to, progress logs and data collection.
• Submit all required documentation to supervisor to meet deadlines.
• Complete all required trainings by deadlines.
• Maintain high professional standards at all times.
• Maintain competency by engaging in activities of professional development.
• Follow all personnel policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Familiarize self with and follow facility and department policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Specifications

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required, direct care experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities highly preferred. Candidates should possess: knowledge of disabilities and special needs populations (preferred); knowledge of resources within the county; ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write effectively in English; ability to do basic math; ability to problem solve, to effectively multi-task, plan and prioritize to meet deadlines; effective communication skills; basic computer skills (required). Must be certified in CPR and first aid within 60 days of hire date (these trainings will be provided upon hire along with required agency trainings).
• Miscellaneous: Reliable vehicle, driver's license and auto insurance with the ability to travel independently required. Must have the ability to obtain a Class E Missouri license within 60 days of hire. Must have the ability to continually walk or stand up to 3 hours; ability to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds in weight. Must have the availability to work, evenings, nights and weekends.