Community Companion

The Arc Prince George's County•Upper Marlboro, MD

40d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Companion is responsible for supporting one (or more) individual(s) with developmental disabilities in the individual or family’s home. The Community Companion-Community Integration Specialist primarily provides assistance to the individual(s) in the development of linkages to the community through recreation planning, transportation, and accompaniment to community-based events. Other responsibilities include providing assistance with household maintenance, budgetary/financial management, shopping, and meal preparation.

Requirements

A high school diploma.
At least 1 year of related experience working with children or adults in a care-giving setting.
A good driving record, reliable vehicle, and current Maryland Driver’s license.
The ability to successfully complete training requirements of The Arc.
Strong communication skills and demonstrated care-giving skills

Responsibilities

Locates and facilitates individual’s participation in community and leisure activities to include providing transportation to appointments or activities in a personal automobile.
Provides training and assistance to individual in developing safety skills as well as daily living skills with an outcome of increased independence in these areas.
Encourages individual to make choices and to develop relationships with people outside of the individual’s or family’s home.
Encourages regular exercise and healthy lifestyles via training, planning, and advocacy.
Coordinates supports so the individual may worship as he/she chooses, to include transportation to house of worship when indicated.
Provides instruction, guidance, follow-up, monitoring, and assistance, when necessary, in personal grooming and hygiene.
Assists with and/or dispenses medications and other medical treatments to the individual as necessary.
Assists individual with the responsible management of his/her personal funds as per the Individual Plan.
Provides assistance with banking as per the Individual Plan.
Uses effective, respectful, and frequent communication with the individual and the individual’s family members and/or other interested parties.
Documents and completes required records and reports in a clear, consistent, and legible manner.
Communicates with the family to ensure appropriate support provision to the individual served.
Provides training to relief staff members.
Provides training documentation to Administrative Supervisor.
Submits paperwork that is complete and legible by prescribed due dates.
Accurately records work hours on timesheet.
Accurately records mileage on travel reimbursement log.
Demonstrates appropriate workplace behavior, modeling the agency’s philosophy.
Demonstrates positive role-model behavior.
Maintains confidentiality in regards to individuals and in relation to staff issues.