SOCIAL SKILLS SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Social Skills Support Specialist

Job Category: Direct Support - Day Services

Hourly Rate of Pay: $16.00

Shift: Wednesday 5:00pm-6:00pm; Thursday 5:00pm-6:30pm

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.

Essential Functions/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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age.
• HS Diploma/GED preferred.
• 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.
• Certification in CPR preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and documentation.

Why People Inc.? When you join the People Inc. team, you can make a difference in the lives of people receiving services while also receiving outstanding benefits (generous PTO, PTO buyback, affordable insurances, tuition reimbursement, career mentoring, shift incentives, on-demand pay access and more), consistent schedules and the opportunity to help others move closer to their life goals and dreams. People Inc. is the regions most experienced provider of programs for people with developmental disabilities and other special needs. We understand that working one-on-one with people who have disabilities and helping them in all aspects of daily life takes someone who's dedicated, caring and compassionate – that's how we treat our employees.

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