Community Support Specialist - Chesterfield Day Program

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

St. Louis Arc - Chesterfield, MO

Part-time - Entry Level

Chesterfield, MO

251-500 employees

Social Assistance

About the position

Be Part of our Circle. We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role as a Community Support Specialist ($20/hour, with $1 increase after 90 days) for our Chesterfield Day Center. This is a full-time (32.5 hours/week) Monday - Friday position working 8:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. In this role, you will teach skills that increase adults' independence, self-esteem, and participation out in the community. You will assist one to four participants in planning a meaningful day that matches their interests and goals. Engaging in activities out in the community (e.g., local park, baseball game) and at the Day Center (e.g., music therapy, arts and crafts) will be a key part of your responsibilities. Additionally, you will transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area and assist participants with personal care, including restroom, meals, and dressing. It is essential to maintain an understanding of participants' Individual Support Plans and implementation practices. You will also be responsible for completing community events reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines. What you can expect from us: We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions. We'll help you help others. You'll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support. You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better. Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation. Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, retirement, and time off.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills that increase adults' independence, self-esteem, and participation out in the community.
• Assist one to four participants in planning a meaningful day that matches interests and goals.
• Engage in activities out in the community (e.g., local park, baseball game) and at the Day Center (e.g., music therapy, arts and crafts).
• Transport individuals to and from activities in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Assist participants with personal care, including restroom, meals, and dressing.
• Maintain an understanding of participants' Individual Support Plans and implementation practices.
• Complete community events reports, medication administration records, progress notes, and other required documentation according to agency and funder timelines.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old and three years of driving experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience, such as knowledge of best practices for supporting people with developmental disabilities.
• One or more years of experience in supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, education, and/or human services.
• Reliable vehicle (4 seat belts and working heating/cooling) and valid driver's license and auto insurance at time of hire.
• Ability to multitask and make decisions independently (e.g., emergency calls).
• Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training —provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.

Nice-to-haves

• Impeccable interpersonal skills.
• Good intentions and compassion to help people.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Loan assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Retirement
• Time off