Community Support Professional

Beacon Specialized Living•Scranton, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our mission is to provide people with developmental disabilities diverse opportunities to lead fulfilling lives. The Community Support Professional provides support to consumers in a variety of settings, assisting them with daily living skills, community integration, and problem resolution. This role requires advocacy, professional demeanor, and adherence to agency policies and training requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Three years of work experience with consumers with developmental disabilities
Must be at least 21 years old
Valid Pennsylvania Drivers License with acceptable driving record as determined by Motor Vehicle Report and insurance guidelines
Must be able to lift and transfer 50 pounds using proper body mechanics 6-12 times hourly
Must be able to carry 50 pounds for at least 20 feet
Must be able to climb and descend 20 stairs carrying 20 pounds
Must be able to bend to retrieve an object at floor level 6-12 times hourly
Must be able to readily change direction while walking
Must be able to run a distance of 100 ft. 1-2 times hourly
Must be able to walk a distance of one mile
Must be able to crouch at the knees 6-12 times hourly
Must be able to kneel on both knees
Must be able to drive for a period of one hour 3-6 times daily
Must be able to stand for a period of one hour 6-12 times daily
Must be able to sit for a period of one hour 6-12 times daily
Must be able to push/pull 10 pounds
Must be able to grasp an object with at least one hand
Must have at least 20/40 combined vision with or without corrective lenses
Must be able to hear a normal spoken voice with or without hearing assistance
Access to protected health information requires understanding of HIPAA regulations.
General Professional confidentiality is expected at all times both within the company and with other agencies.

Responsibilities

Accepts assignments based on the particular needs of the consumer.
Provides up to 40 hours of support per week to consumers in a variety of settings.
Assists consumers in daily living skills which include, but are not limited to, bathing, dressing, incontinence care, meal planning/preparation, and housekeeping.
Assists consumers in the community in order to meet medical, recreational, and social needs.
Acts as an advocate to ensure that consumers remain in control of their households and finances when needed.
Assists the consumer in problem resolution and negotiating personal crisis.
Maintains professional demeanor when representing Keystone.
Participates in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team process.
Writes, where appropriate, reviews, and ensures progress notes are complete with required information.
Conducts, facilitates, and speaks on behalf of Keystone Community Resources (KCR) with Family members, Supports Coordinators, Guardians and other stakeholders involved in consumer’s care.
Attends professional meetings as needed to represent the consumer and KCR.
Schedules, attends, and transports consumers to appointments, visits, outings, and/or Trips as needed.
Promotes a safe and caring environment where individuals can learn and grow while enjoying a healthy and productive lifestyle.
Understands internal and external policies and follows employee rules of conduct and performance as set forth by Keystone.
Promotes community awareness by demonstrating responsible, courteous behavior and a positive perception of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Annually meets regulatory and agency in-service training requirements.
Read, write, and speak the English language in order to perform job duties.
Follow written and/or verbal instructions.
Perform basic Mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Manage multiple tasks.
Able to utilize Computer for essential job functions such electronic time and record keeping.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Meets licensing guidelines including Pennsylvania Criminal Record check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse history Clearance, Federal Background Check, Physical and Mantoux TB test, annual training, signing of a Confirmation Statement, and signing New Jersey Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Consent form.
Fully cooperates with Keystone and any licensing body/agency in any/all inspections or investigations.