Community Support Specialist

Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston•Ithaca, NY

3d•$17

About The Position

Direct Support Professional perform a wide variety of person centered supports and services with a strong emphasis on personal choice to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Requirements

Education: Possession of a high school or a high school equivalency required
Credentials: Successful completion of the Direct Support Assistant Traineeship.
Valid NY State Driver License and access to a reliable vehicle
Experience: Prior experience serving individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred
Relevant years of experience and education will be considered
Demonstrate ethical business practices, in conformance with all state and federal laws and regulations.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties.
Willingness to foster agency, department and program wide cooperation and team work through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality in regard to all records reviewed including consumer records, employee records and billing records.
Ability to work in the following software programs: Windows, Microsoft Office, and multiple online software platforms as required by funders and partner organizations
Ability to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution.
Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
Continuous use of a reliable, registered and insured vehicle.
Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.
Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

Knows the service plan and safe guards for each individual served
Learns the eVero data base system for recordkeeping
Writes daily and monthly notes in a timely manner
Assists and inspire individuals to achieve their goals
Develops and assist cognitive and physical support to individuals with disabilities to lead a better life.
Provides safe transportation with a reliable and clean car and driver’s license
Assists in the development, implementation and on-going evaluation of service plan that are based on individual preferences, needs and interests.
Teaches and reinforces the use of a variety of techniques to help individuals achieve their goals.
Helps individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
Supports the safety of individuals in everyday situations
Assists in selection and teaching appropriate community activities
Supports activity participation in the community
Communicates with the individuals circle of people
Attends all required OPWDD and agency trainings
Attends staff meetings
Completes other duties as assigned.