Community Support Specialist - Creve Coeur Day Program

St. Louis Arc • Creve Coeur, MO

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About The Position

The Community Support Specialist empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build independence, self-esteem, and participation in the community. The role supports one to four participants in planning meaningful days aligned with their interests and goals, and engages them in activities both in the community and at the Day Center. The position also includes transportation, personal care assistance, understanding and implementing Individual Support Plans, and completing required documentation. This is a full-time, 32.5-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday, from 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., based at the Creve Coeur Day Program. The hourly rate is $23.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old and have three years of driving experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years of experience supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, education, and/or human services.
• Reliable vehicle with four seat belts and working heating and cooling, plus a valid driver’s license and auto insurance at time of hire.
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently, including in situations such as emergency calls.
• Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training, provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.
• Impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills that increase adults’ independence, self-esteem, and participation in the community.
• Assist one to four participants in planning a meaningful day that matches their interests and goals.
• Engage participants in activities in the community and at the Day Center.
• Transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Assist participants with personal care, including restroom use, meals, and dressing.
• Maintain an understanding of participants’ Individual Support Plans and implementation practices.
• Complete community event reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement
• Time off
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance: eligible full-time hourly direct care staff may receive up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED