SOCIAL SKILLS SUPPORT SPECIALIST
People Inc.•Town of Amherst, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
Support character, choices, strengths, interests and needs of those participating in the Social Skills Program. Ensures safety, health and well-being of participants of the program.
Requirements
- 18 years of age.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.
- Physical agility and ability to react to emergency situations.
- Ability to read and comprehend plans and documentation.
Nice To Haves
- HS Diploma/GED preferred.
- Certification in CPR preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist Program Coordinator with implementation of social skills training.
- Fosters independence of program participants.
- Supports participants with engaging in program activities.
- Assist Program Coordinator with gathering needed supplies to support program needs.
- Keeps in compliance with agency mandated in-service and or online trainings.
- Ensures the health, safety and well-being of participants.
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- generous PTO
- PTO buyback
- affordable insurances
- tuition reimbursement
- career mentoring
- shift incentives
- on-demand pay access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
