Community Support Specialist

Brockton Area Multi-Servi•Brockton, MA

6h•$20 - $24

About The Position

Founded in Brockton, MA in 1975, BAMSI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization “bringing people and services together.” Over the years, we have become one of the most trusted organizations working with children, families, individuals, and seniors to enrich their lives. At its core, BAMSI is about building connections with people and services. Each year, our organization impacts the lives of more than 50,000 individuals. BAMSI’s mission is to meet each person where they are so they can learn, grow, and thrive. BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility; to creating a holistic system of care; and to abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Direct care experience with a disabled population
Valid driver’s license in state of residence and satisfactory driving record
Own means of transportation required

Responsibilities

Attend to the daily needs of persons served on an individual basis as well as foster increased independence and self-determination.
Teach socialization skills and activities of daily living including: household maintenance; self-care and hygiene; self-awareness and human development, menu planning, food shopping and preparation; money management skills/budgeting; transportation and community orientation; consumer skills; and utilization of community resources.
Assist in the development and implementation of Individualized Action Plans (IAPs) including implementation of behavioral objectives/plans.
Participate in IAP meetings and other meetings as required by supervisor.
Supervise and document consumer self-administration of medications as prescribed by a physician in accordance with agency and program procedures.
Record and appropriately utilize necessary data, daily progress notes, staff log and complete all other IAP and program required documentation.
Transport consumers to and from day programs, medical appointments and other activities as required.
Provide opportunities for leisure time activities and foster independence in the choice and participation of those activities.
Organize, develop and implement group and individual activities which serve to integrate the lives of consumers with members of their community.
Fulfill case management responsibilities as assigned by supervisor, including those related to medical and legal concerns.
Ensure client safety and comply with program standards for staff coverage, including assistance to the Administrator-On-Call whenever possible.
Act as consumer advocate and role model.
Provide a supportive environment that includes opportunities for consumers to determine, to the fullest extent possible, personal decisions for daily schedules and routines.
Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues and developments as well as informing supervisor of program issues and concerns.
Communicate in a professional manner.
Perform other related work duties as needed or as assigned by supervisor.
Perform duties consistent with program and agency policies and procedures.
Execute duties to reflect reasonable safety standards. Universal/standard precautions must be utilized and training obtained in areas that constitute risk.