Intellectual Disability - Community Participation Associate
About The Position
Keystone Human Services is seeking Community Participation Associates to work with adults with intellectual disabilities, helping them increase their potential for employment and develop skills to become more independent and experience meaningful community participation and inclusion. The role involves developing supports based on each individual's strengths, needs, and interests; exploring person-centered community participation options; identifying employment themes and ideal conditions; developing employment ideas; negotiating individualized goals with potential employers; teaching community members how to provide natural supports; and assisting with transportation coordination.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn and use new programs and web-based systems.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to complete required trainings within specified timeframes, including Medication Administration, First Aid, and CPR certifications.
- Valid driver's license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
- Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of community resources, including volunteer and potential vocational opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop appropriate supports for individuals based on their strengths, needs, and interests.
- Explore potential community participation options using various person-centered tools.
- Complete the discovery process with individuals to identify themes and ideal conditions of employment.
- Develop potential employment ideas.
- Target individualized goals in order to negotiate with potential employers.
- Work with community members to teach and model effective ways to provide natural supports that aid individuals' success.
- Assist with coordination of transportation.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package, including medical coverage and 401K.
- Extensive training and learning opportunities.
- Career development and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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