Community Integration Professional I

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This role operates in a Day Habilitation (DAY HAB) Setting , defined as services “that provide opportunities and support for community inclusion and build interest in and develop skills for active participation in recreation, volunteerism and integrated community employment.” (Iowa Health & Human Services). Day Habilitation provides assistance with acquisition, retention, or improvement of socialization, community participation, and daily living skills.

Community Integration Professionals support the mission of the organization – empowering people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. If you're passionate about empowering people to reach their goals and help them strive for more, we want you to join our team. As an integral part of the overall supported employment team, you will collaborate with other Community Integration Professionals, Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals-served, and their families to ensure the best possible care for those you serve. You will creatively strategize ways for an individual to find employment that suits their skills, abilities, and goals. Your innovative and impactful solutions and strategies will make the difference for those you serve.

What Winning Looks Like

While it's not a competition, we do recognize that each person wants to ‘win' at life; and you're a central part of someone else's wins as well as your own! In this role, you'll be responsible to:

• Person-Centered Community Engagement: Collaborate with individuals to identify interests, strengths, and goals, and develop meaningful daily and weekly schedules that include community participation, hobbies, volunteer work, and cultural, civic, or religious activities.
• Goal-Based Skill Development: Provide direct support by teaching individuals how to complete tasks and achieve goals independently, using coaching and instruction rather than doing tasks for them.
• Behavioral Support Implementation: Follow individualized behavioral care plans by applying approved strategies, encouraging participation, motivating progress, and supporting positive behavior in alignment with each person's goals.
• Documentation & Progress Tracking: Maintain accurate, consistent, and timely documentation of individual progress, activities, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care and accountability.
• Safety & Advocacy: Provide a safe, supportive environment while respecting individual choice and autonomy, advocating for independence, dignity, and person-directed decision-making in all aspects of service delivery.

Know We're For You:

We know finding the right opportunity can be tricky – that's why Imagine is focused on making sure your time is well spent. We take pride in the benefits we offer our employees. As an employee, you'll have access to a variety of benefits that are sure to sweeten the deal. Depending on your full-time or part-time status, you'll have access to:

• Competitive Wages: The base pay is $15/hour. With education and experience, you could start out making more than that.
• Scheduling: We're a 24/7 service provider, offering a schedule based on program needs.
• Training: This is an entry-level position, and we provide comprehensive training to ensure every employee feels confident and supported as they get started.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): We all deserve a break now and then – don't feel bad about taking time for you.
• 401k Retirement Plan: Secure your future with a cushioned fund that will allow you to live your best life.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Whether its medical, dental, vision, or life insurance – we've got you covered.
• Pre-Paid Legal Services: Be prepared for the things you just can't be prepared for on your own.
• Discounted Costco or Sam's Club Memberships: What can we say? We know a great deal when we see one.
• Advancement Opportunities: We believe in your future, which is why we have a specifically designed leadership development opportunity purposed to launch your career.
• Employee Assistance Program: We're there for you through all life's ups and downs.