Community Support Specialist

Catholic Charities USA - No Potomac, MD

Full-time

No Potomac, MD

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About the position

The Community Support Specialist at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington is a direct-care role dedicated to assisting adults with developmental disabilities in achieving their personal goals while respecting their rights and choices. This position involves creating a supportive and engaging environment, facilitating communication, and promoting health and wellness through various activities both onsite and in the community.

Responsibilities

• Participates in PCP meetings and implements goals as agreed in the participant's team meetings.
• Documents participants' daily activities, behaviors, and goal progress in detail.
• Creates a stimulating learning environment with sensory, physical, and community activities.
• Communicates effectively with participants, their families, and team members.
• Provides personal assistance to persons with disabilities.
• Promotes communication using alternative or traditional means.
• Engages participants in health and wellness activities.
• Maintains the program site area and program vehicles.
• Safely transports participants to community outings in an Agency vehicle.
• Records and administers medication to clients as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with persons with severe and multiple disabilities.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification is a plus.
• Valid local driver's license and a good driving record.

Benefits

• Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Professional development and training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Clinical supervision for licensed social workers and counselors