Community Integration Specialist - Art Studio

Goodwill Columbus•Whitehall, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Community Integration Specialist, you'll work directly with individuals who have developmental disabilities to help them become more independent, more connected within their community, and learn to advocate and make choices. You’ll support them as they explore interests, learn new skills, build relationships, and gain meaningful experiences through volunteering and community activities. This role also involves supporting individuals with disabilities in the art studio and in the community to discover interests, activities, dislikes and outcomes (Discovery), serving as an artistic advocate for artists with disabilities, supporting artists with their daily needs, implementing outcomes and ensuring each artist makes progress in their artistic career/creative process, and increasing social networks of artists with developmental disabilities through the facilitation of relationships.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities (IDD/DD) or in a similar field.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and car insurance.
Ability to pass a DOT physical or obtain a doctor’s clearance to provide Non-Medical Transportation (NMT) in vehicles equipped to accommodate necessary devices.
Certifications required for this position must be kept up to date.

Nice To Haves

Experience with personal care or teaching is a plus.
College coursework related to IDD/DD preferred.

Responsibilities

Support individuals in exploring hobbies, work interests, and personal goals.
Teach real-life skills like communication, social skills, work skills, conflict resolution, independence, self-advocacy, self-determination, and safety.
Help build social connections and encourage independence through community and/or social activities.
Create and maintain strong partnerships with local organizations for volunteer and skill-building opportunities.
Track progress, complete documentation, and share updates with the care team.
Offer hands-on coaching and support in real-world settings.
Ensure everyone’s health and safety while out in the community, including using approved, taught behavioral interventions as needed.
Drive individuals safely to and from programs and activities.
Support Individuals with disabilities in the art studio and in the community to discover interests, activities, dislikes and outcomes ( Discovery).
Serve as artistic advocate for artists with disabilities.
Support artists with their daily needs, implement outcomes and ensure each artist makes progress in their artistic career/creative process.
Increase social networks of artists with developmental disabilities through the facilitation of relationships.
Assist with personal care and medication if needed.
Join team meetings to discuss individuals progress and goals.
Help manage participant petty cash when assigned.
Advocate for individuals’ independence and inclusion.
Handle other tasks as assigned.