Community Integration Professional I

Imagine the Possibilities Inc • DeWitt, IA

7d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

This role operates in a Supported Employment (SE) Setting, defined as services “that enables the member to obtain and maintain individual employment” (Iowa Health & Human Services). Rather than assuming individuals with development or intellectual disabilities are not qualified to work, Supported Employment services provide these individuals with the opportunity to obtain and maintain meaningful employment that supports their life goals. Community Integration Professionals support the mission of the organization – empowering people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. If you’re passionate about empowering people to reach their goals and help them strive for more, we want you to join our team. As an integral part of the overall supported employment team, you will collaborate with other Community Integration Professionals, Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals-served, and their families to ensure the best possible care for those you serve. You will creatively strategize ways for an individual to find employment that suits their skills, abilities, and goals. Your innovative and impactful solutions and strategies will make the difference for those you serve.

Requirements

• Mission-oriented: We’re on a mission to empower people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. We know you are, too.
• An Attitude of Leaning: The truth is, the field of caregiving is always changing and requires adaptability. We need people on our team who are always ready to learn new ways of doing things, helping people, and changing lives.
• Ability to Communicate Well: We’re looking for people with strong communication abilities so we can rely on you to communicate effectively to the rest of the team and the people we serve.
• Confidence: We’re looking for people who know how to balance being bold and being humble. We’re looking for team members who are self-aware enough to know when to stand up as an advocate for others and when it’s time to follow the leader.
• 18 Years of Age
• Driver’s License
• Reliable Transportation: You will need to provide proof that your automobile insurance covers $100,000/$300,000/$50,000 liability coverage
• High school diploma or the equivalent representing their high school education.
• Work Authorization: Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support based on individual goals by teaching skills, encouraging independence, supporting behavioral strategies, and promoting employment-related learning, interests, and community integration.
• Advocate for individual self-determination by encouraging choice and decision-making while ensuring safety is maintained using the least restrictive methods possible.
• Complete accurate, timely, and Iowa Code–compliant documentation in Setworks, including all required service details, interventions, responses, and incident/behavior reports in accordance with agency standards.
• Support individuals in job development and retention, including applications, interviews, coaching, employer communication, transportation to job sites, and collaboration with schools, IEP teams, and community partners.
• Participate in cross-training, vocational program decisions, community integration activities, equipment safety, medication administration (as applicable), compliance with all regulations (OSHA, DHS, CARF, HCBS), and maintain flexibility for scheduling, weekends, and additional duties.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus Available
• Competitive Wages: The base pay is $15/hour. With education and experience, you could start out making more than that.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Whether its medical, dental, vision, or life insurance
• Pre-Paid Legal Services
• Discounted Costco or Sam’s Club Memberships
• Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED