Community Integration Professional I

Imagine the Possibilities Inc • Wapello, IA

2d • $15 - $17

About The Position

Community Integration Professionals support Imagine the Possibilities, Inc.’s mission of empowering people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. This role covers work in both Day Habilitation and Supported Employment settings. Day Habilitation supports community inclusion and the development of socialization, community participation, daily living, recreation, volunteerism, and integrated employment skills. Supported Employment helps individuals obtain and maintain meaningful employment aligned with their life goals.

As part of the supported employment team, the employee collaborates with other Community Integration Professionals, Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals served, families, employers, schools, and community partners. The role involves identifying employment opportunities suited to each individual’s skills, abilities, interests, and goals, while providing individualized support and promoting independence, safety, dignity, and personal choice.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent; higher education is not required.
• Have a driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Provide proof that automobile insurance covers $100,000/$300,000/$50,000 liability coverage.
• Be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Have strong communication abilities.
• Be adaptable and willing to learn.
• Be mission-oriented and able to balance confidence, humility, self-awareness, advocacy, and following leadership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with individuals to identify their interests, strengths, and goals, and promote independence, meaningful community participation, employment opportunities, and personal development through individualized activities and support.
• Provide direct support, coaching, and instruction to help individuals develop life, social, and vocational skills, make decisions, complete tasks, and work toward personal and employment-related goals.
• Support individuals in exploring employment opportunities, completing applications, preparing for interviews, developing workplace skills, and maintaining employment.
• Collaborate with employers, schools, and community partners to support successful vocational experiences and community integration.
• Implement individualized behavioral support strategies while promoting positive behaviors, self-determination, dignity, and personal choice.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment using the least restrictive methods and following established safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of individual progress, services, activities, and incidents in accordance with agency standards and applicable regulations.
• Participate in required training, program activities, and team collaboration, and remain flexible to support individual and organizational needs.
• Provide transportation for service provision when needed.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, with base pay of $15 per hour and potential for higher starting pay based on education and experience.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Pre-paid legal services.
• Discounted Costco or Sam’s Club memberships.
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive training.

What This Job Offers

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