Community Support Specialists within our Day Services division provide support services to individuals with disabilities that participate in Supported Employment and Community Based Day Services programs. Our day programs support disabled adults to become more independent in their daily lives, and in becoming active, contributing members of their community. As a Community Specialist, you will train and support adults with Autism and other developmental disabilities during in-person and virtual skill building activities within the program site, at job and volunteer locations, and on community outings.

What Your Rewarding Day May Look Like:

• You will develop and maintain supportive working relationships with program members.
• You will facilitate group, small group and individual instruction geared towards skill acquisition and enhancing independence.
• You will support individuals to become active members of their community through volunteer, leisure, and employment opportunities.
• You will ensure the rights and dignity of all persons served are always upheld.
• You will transport program members to and from job sites, residences and community activities.
• You will attend staff meetings, trainings and other meetings to develop skills and share successes.
• You will assist with personal care to persons served as needs indicate.

The Talents You Bring:

• Your personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to upholding the Arc’s mission statement will be the biggest key to your success.
• You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deliver services in person and through virtual platforms.
• You will have a proven record of success in developing positive working relationships.
• You will demonstrate sound judgement and the ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Windows and iOS operating systems and the Zoom video conferencing platform.

The Arc is a nonprofit organization that has been supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families for more than 50-years. Come make a difference with us!

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• 2-3 years in a related field preferred
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Must be able to pass criminal background checks.
• CPR, First Aid, Safety Care Certification preferred (otherwise, training will be provided)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, sit, reach, and climb stairs.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of two-person lift.

The Arc offers incredible employee benefits such as tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses and comprehensive benefits including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 4 weeks of earned leave after your first year of employment
• and more!

The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a full background screening for this position?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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