Community Support Professional
About The Position
Lifetime Assistance is seeking a Community Support Professional to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves providing one-on-one support in the community, assisting with daily living tasks, transporting individuals, managing crisis situations, and maintaining detailed documentation. The position offers flexible scheduling, mileage reimbursement, a welcome bonus, no-premium health insurance, and educational support. It's a mission-driven opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of others.
Requirements
- Valid NYS driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle.
- Prior experience is preferred (OPWDD, OMH, CNA, or home-based support).
- Experience with dual diagnosis, mental health needs, and verbal aggression management is valued.
- Self-starter who can independently find resources and solve problems quickly.
- Comfortable aging alongside the individuals we support and adapting to their changing needs over time.
- Highly responsive and communicative, even while working remotely in the field.
- Part-time availability between 8 AM – 8 PM. Flexibility is key.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support in the community, working independently in individuals’ homes and varied neighborhoods without on-site supervision.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as grocery shopping, meal preparation, and budgeting.
- Transport individuals to appointments or events and encourage social involvement.
- Manage verbal escalation and crisis situations with a calm, unflappable, and emotionally regulated demeanor.
- Act as a professionally direct mentor, allowing for natural consequences while ensuring safety and compliance.
- Maintain high standards for detail-oriented documentation and safety expectations.
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling
- Mileage Reimbursement
- $1,000 Welcome Bonus
- No-Premium Health Insurance
- Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester
- Micro-credential stipends up to $750
- SUNY partnerships
- Paid Training & Coaching
- Career Growth opportunities
- Generous paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
