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Community Supports Specialist FloatLumibility • Guilford, CT, US
Community Supports Specialist Float

Community Supports Specialist Float

Lumibility • Guilford, CT, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

OBJECTIVE : Provide supervision, support and training to people with differing abilities served by Lumibility in a community-based setting. Develop and implement activities that are person-centered and promote positive outcomes. Provide the environment and supports necessary to promote appropriate social skills and positive behaviors that will enhance skills, enrich lives, and foster community presence and participation.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing community-based supports such as employment and / or transition services to people with differing abilities
  • Knowledge of learning and behavioral processes helpful
  • Must be able to provide support and services utilizing community-based resources
  • Must be over 18 and possess a valid Connecticut driver's license, have an acceptable driving history and be able to utilize your own vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by Lumibility's policy
  • Ability to work flexible hours, and travel to varying locations as needed

Hours of Duty

Monday-Friday, Full Time 40 hours Non-Exempt

Rate of Pay

$22.00 / hourly

Location

Float : Branford, Clinton, East Lyme, Guilford, New Haven, East Haven Old Saybrook, Westbrook

Essential Functions

  • Ability to provide service to a caseload of individuals on as needed and varying basis located throughout the Lumibility service area. This includes Branford, Clinton, East Lyme, Guilford, New Haven, East Haven Old Saybrook, Westbrook. This position also entails covering at our Group Supported Employment site when needed.
  • Ensure the health, safety and well-being of people served by Lumibility in accordance with the individual service plan and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Provide supervision, guidance and instruction to individuals served by Lumibility in assigned community-based services. This can include volunteer / employment opportunities and in-home services. Supports will involve direct supervision, teaching tasks and activities for independent living, daily personal care, behavioral interventions, attending team meetings, etc.
  • Develop and implement activities that are person-centered and promote positive outcomes based on the individual's identified goals
  • Provide and / or arrange transportation for assigned individuals in accordance with Lumibility safe-driving policies and practices.
  • Maintain medical, social and programmatic files by recording each person's progress and documenting other required information (e.g., service goals, attendance records, behavioral data, progress notes).
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with individuals, families, co-workers and other community representatives
  • Comply with DDS and other funder reporting requirements
  • Comply with DDS and organizational training requirements
  • Assist with coverage of community-based crews as needed
  • Attend quarterly staff meetings in community setting after typical program hours
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of person-centered, outcome-based services for people with differing abilities
  • Knowledge of company policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements and standards
  • Ability to read and understand policies and regulations and translate general guidelines into specific action
  • Knowledge of community resources
  • Skill in planning and organizing
  • Skill in problem solving and decision making
  • Skill in working with people with differing abilities
  • Skill in operating standard office equipment, and agency data systems (Therap, Microsoft Teams, Outlook etc)
  • Skill in implementing programs and activities as outlined in the individual support plan
  • Skill in communicating effectively in a courteous and professional manner
  • Skill in writing clearly and concisely to maintain accurate records
  • Ability to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills necessary to provide guidance and instruction to adults with significant challenges
  • Ability to work successfully, both independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities
  • Ability to use adaptive and other equipment
  • Ability to maintain a patient and positive attitude
  • Ability to work flexible hours and travel to varying locations as needed
  • Required Physical Effort

    Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend / stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push / pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.

    Lumibility's offices, facilities, grounds and vehicles are smoke-free environments.

    Lumibility is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Referral information and other non-essential postings have been omitted from this refined description.

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