Shared Community Support Professional Comm Hab R

Springbrook•Sidney, NY

About The Position

Provide assistance to people receiving services across educational, residential, and community environments. Support activities of daily living, including personal care, while promoting choice and independence and providing protective oversight. Follow Springbrook policies and state regulations to support the safe and smooth operation of Day Service, Community, and Residential programs. The role involves supporting people in pursuing personal goals, making choices about activities and daily life, building friendships, and participating in meaningful activities beyond the Springbrook community. The amount of personal care and supervision provided depends on each person’s abilities and needs. The position also requires completing documentation, maintaining training and certifications, helping ensure safe and clean environments, and participating in meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in or knowledge of computer software and email applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word, with the aptitude to learn other software as needed.
Ability to lift 50 pounds independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 pounds.
Meet requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Ability to perform all physical interventions.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mandatory overtime as necessary.
Willingness to be reassigned to other locations based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a positive role model and advocate for the people supported in all situations and settings.
Be punctual and dependable; regular staff attendance is vital to the people supported.
Partner with people supported to observe, discuss, and assess their strengths and opportunities for personal goals and plans.
Support and encourage people in choosing goals, activities, and how they want to live their lives.
Provide or supervise activities of daily living and personal care according to the abilities and needs of the people supported.
Encourage people to pursue meaningful and enjoyable activities and friendships outside the Springbrook community, including spiritual activities, recreation, swimming, and family functions.
Follow written plans, learning materials, and goals.
Collect required data.
Complete billing documentation for supports and services provided.
Obtain and maintain applicable training, certifications, and knowledge of policies and procedures.
Help maintain safe and clean environments, including grounds and vehicles.
Attend team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.