Community Support Staff - ILS/IHS

**Must be a valid driver

This is a position that provides a personalized blend of in-home and in-community services that focus on the support and skill development a person needs to maintain and/or increase their independence and teach individual life-skills. The goals will look different for each person-served that you provide support to, and this position will work both in-community and in-home settings. Staff will work with multiple person-served and will need to use their own personal vehicle to drive to and from shifts and to transport the person-served. Mileage reimbursement is offered.

**This is not a residential group-home setting

In this position you will have the opportunity to: 

• Assist individuals in a 1:1 in-home and in-community setting as you support them in pursuing a happy, healthy, and more independent life. 
• Provide skill development in areas including but not limited to: community participation, health, safety and wellness, household management and adaptive skills. 
  • Examples: Accompanying person-served on errands and appointments, budgeting skills, and integrating into social events
• Attend team meetings, write progress reports, and assist supervisors in maintaining consistency in service provision and communication with support team members. 
• Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their goals. 

Available locations and schedules:

• Varying schedules available
• Hours vary by location and the needs of the person-served
• Schedules are subject to change based on the individuals needs

• Must be at least 18 years old or 21 years old depending on the person-served 
• Education, training, or two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or Mental Illness, as determined by the supervisor. Must be responsible, reliable, and able to carry out job functions without direct supervision.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record, auto liability insurance, and a reliable vehicle to transport person-served (required)
• High school diploma or GED 
• Associates in relevant field OR two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or mental illness, as determined by the supervisor.  
• Willing to drive a 30-mile radius
• Adept in the use of technology and possess a smart device with adequate data  
• Must be flexible and a team player, willing to provide the resources and positive support needed for the person-served

• Starting Hourly Pay $18.50-$19.50
  *Listed pay range is based on experience level and may vary depending on an individuals skills and qualifications.
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for full-time employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
• PAID training and orientation

Equal Opportunity Employer

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5/19