What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Integration Counselor position at Community Options, Inc.?

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are actively seeking Part-Time Community Integration Counselors in Indiana, PA. This role is responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. The Community Integration Counselor provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community.

Starting pay is $16.40 an hour

We are offering a $500 Sign-On Bonus opportunity for Full-Time & $250.00 for Part-Time New Hires! (Must complete 90 days of satisfactory employment to be eligible)

Responsibilities:

Support and encourage individuals to increase their ability to be as independent as possible
Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis either in the individual’s residence, the community, or an office setting
Collaborate with the Case Manager to develop and facilitate programs which meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of the individual
Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
Document individual’s progress toward acquiring community integration
Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
Ensure medical consultation forms are completed, by the physician, for each medical appointment attended
Administer medications and ensures proper completion of necessary documentation
Coordinates all leisure and volunteer opportunities
Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills

Working Conditions:

Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
May be required to lift or move 25 pounds
May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?