Community Integration Specialist - Part-Time

ServiceSource, Inc • Wilmington, DE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Make an impact by joining ServiceSource, a champion for people with disabilities. Explore new opportunities! ServiceSource is an organization of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and strengthen communities. When you join ServiceSource, you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career. You become a part of the ServiceSource family, a talented workforce that drive innovation, embrace change, and support inclusion for all.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED required
• One (1) year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or the related field.
• Relates well to people with disabilities
• Well organized and self-directed individual who is a team player.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skill and can relate to people at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrates good judgement and decision making skills.
• Ability to develop and implement professionally written PCP’s and supporting documentation.
• Ability to initiate and lead age appropriate and engaging activities, social groups, etc. with the individuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Physical ability to support individuals with personal care (feeding, toileting, transferring, etc.)
• Employees who drive participants in the community (driving requirement varies by site) must possess a current and valid driver’s license and be eligible and covered under Service Source’s driver’s insurance.
• Must pass the On-line Driving training, if eligible to drive.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and other basic computer programs.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma (or GED) plus a combination of college level courses in the human services field and experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in the human services field and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide active engagement and support for all individuals assigned, including but not limited to community integration/inclusion, training, leisure, communication, mobility, behavior, personal care (feeding, etc.), bus loading/unloading, medication, safety and risk management, etc.
• Provide input and implements Person Centered Plans (PCP) outcomes, support activities, and protocols as written in order to ensure a safe and healthy environment, proper documentation and progress.
• Provide and maintain accurate information and documentation for the PCP, quarterly reports and daily notes.
• Responsible for a safe, clean, and orderly environment.
• Immediately report any unsafe conditions, medical concerns, etc. to the Program Manager (or designee).
• Follow established written protocols and plans.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation according to ServiceSource policy/procedures.
• Complete incident report as required.
• Responsible for ensuring and maintaining accurate records and documentation per the PCP, regulatory and company standards.
• Inform the Program Manager (or designee) of missing or inaccurate information immediately.
• Communicate with family members, guardians, authorized representatives, residential providers and Support Coordinators regarding participant’s illness, incidents, progress, etc. at the direction of the Program Manager (or designee).
• Keep team members apprised of any concerns as needed.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.
• Maintain participant records, daily notes, quarterly reports, etc. per Medicaid, Licensure and CARF standards.
• Responsibility for adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Participate and/or provide input, for the PCP process (plan, quarterlies, daily notes) and work in conjunction with the team in the implementation, monitoring and review of the individual’s written plan.
• Utilize appropriate behavior intervention techniques, proper lifting, feeding, and transferring techniques as written.
• Complete and pass the Orientation to Development Disabilities (ODD) test and competencies.
• Participate in department, participant, and staff committee meetings.
• Participate in trainings as required by funding sources and the corporation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Financial protection with 100% company paid Disability, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• A 403(b)-Retirement plan in which the company matches dollar for dollar on a generous percentage matching up to 3% of your contribution.
• Tax advantages through Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts that allow you to pay for specific healthcare and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• An Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, and Tuition Assistance.
• A generous paid time-off program in which the benefits increase based on your tenure with the company.

What This Job Offers

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