Community Specialist II

Location 210 Route 303,Valley Cottage, NY, 10989,United States Base Pay $20.66 / Hour Job Category Direct Care, Non-Profit, Social Services Employee Type Full Time Required Degree High school Community Specialist II Locations Available: Valley Cottage, Nyack, New City, Orangeburg Pay rate: $20.66 per hour Full time and part-time opportunities available Up to $1000 in sign-on bonuses available- Earn $500 after 6 months of full-time employment and an additional $500 after 9 months of full-time employment. Responsibilities include: Teach people receiving supports functional skills as determined by each individual assessment. This may include but is not limited to work readiness skills, behavior management, independent living and/or other skill development. Provide transportation and travel training skills to the people receiving supports leading toward independence. Determine aptitudes, interests and preferences and match people with community training experiences related to their desired outcomes. Prepare and maintain all documentation pertaining to the people supported including daily data collection and monthly notes, as assigned. May include other required documentation for ACCES-VR, OPWDD, etc. depending upon assignment dminister prescribed medications to people receiving supports after successful completion of AMAP medication administration course. Drive Agency vehicles for transportation of people receiving supports as required (pick-up, drop-off, to and from worksites, community outings, hospital for treatment, etc.) Act as liaison with other community organizations. Assess and identify learning and training needs of people. Address any problems that may be occurring and report incidents in a timely manner as required. Ensure that services are delivered in a manner that is responsive to interests and desires of each person. Prepare required paperwork in a timely manner. Requirements include: High School Diploma or Equivalency Exam required; Two years of college a plus. One year of experience relevant to assigned location. Familiarity with principles and techniques used in the supervision of the developmentally disabled in community settings. Write monthly notes and complete daily documentation. Interact with parents, guardians and other professionals regarding individual plans and progress. Valid driver’s license and meet Agency’s driving standards. Become certified as an Approved Medical Administration Personnel (AMAP) prior to the end of the probation/orientation period. Based on assignments, availability and willingness to work varied work schedules and work We Offer: Competitive pay Training, Education and Advancement Opportunities The Arc Rockland is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Arc Rockland strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, providing everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all of our employees – a workplace where every employee is able to bring their whole self to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Arc Rockland