Home & Community Support Staff

Helping Hands: Home & Community Supports • Jefferson Hills, PA

409d • $41,600 - $41,600 • Onsite

About The Position

The Home & Community Support Staff position at Helping Hands involves providing direct support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in both home and community settings. The role focuses on assisting clients in achieving personal goals, implementing community life plans, and facilitating recreational activities, all while ensuring their safety and well-being. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling and requires a commitment to professionalism and ongoing training.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and insured personal vehicle.
• Ability to meet transportation requirements as outlined in the job duties.
• 2 years of experience in caregiving and working with intellectually disabled individuals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in assisted living or home care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, assisting them in the achievement of personal goals and outcomes.
• Assist in the implementation of each individual's Community Life Plan, ensuring services and activities are consistent with their personal preferences and goals.
• Accompany individuals on recreational, social, and community outings, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Facilitate and engage individuals in a variety of leisure activities such as arts, crafts, games, and other meaningful interactions in the home setting.
• Provide general assistance to individuals in their home and/or community setting to implement activities of daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation related to client interactions, progress, and activities in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain open lines of communication with supervisory staff, addressing individual concerns, reporting progress, and attending staff meetings (virtual and/or in-person) as required.
• Follow supervisor instructions in the event of a crisis, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in care.
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating appropriate language, dress, and behavior in line with the professional standards expected by Helping Hands.
• Complete mandatory annual training relevant to Human Services (training may be completed online or virtually).
• Assume additional responsibilities as required by supervisory staff.
• Transport individuals in a personal vehicle or agency vehicle, as needed, in accordance with established safety guidelines.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Paid orientation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED