Are you driven to find meaning and purpose in your work? Are you passionate about helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or mental health diagnoses, to live as valued members of the community? At The Branch, a human service agency in Squirrel Hill, that’s our mission. Our organization offers a culturally rich, Jewish environment that is welcoming to people of all backgrounds, and the opportunity to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
In this position the Community Support Specialist helps adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or mental health diagnoses, maintain or increase their independence.
Responsibilities:
· Works one on one with agency participants, understanding and implementing the Individual Service Plans (ISP) of each participant and developing strategies that lead to the achievement of individuals’ personal outcomes.
· Demonstrates a person-centered practice and supports each participant’s choice in the activities, locations, and people that individual interacts with daily.
· Educates and coaches participants in independent living skills such as self-care, maintenance and cleaning, budgeting, meal planning, shopping and social interactions.
· Assists participants in making medical appointments and escorts them as needed.
· Encourages participants to be engaged in their community in ways that are meaningful to them.
· Coordinates programming with other members of participant’s service team as needed.
· Documents rendered services in electronic case notes and submits all required documentation according to agency standards.
· Participates in staff meetings, training, and one-on-one supervision as assigned. Cross-training with our Clubhouse program is expected and provides an exciting opportunity for professional advancement.
· Follows agency and program policies and protocols and adheres to HIPPA guidelines.
Essential Competencies:
· Self-motivated and resourceful
· Strong organizational skills
· Positive, enthusiastic, compassionate, and persuasive
Essential Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in a human service field and at least 1 year of experience working in a direct service capacity or,
· A combination of work or equivalent level of education, work and/or life experience.
· Knowledge of Jewish traditions and culture is a plus, not required.
This position is full time. Must be available to work occasional evening and holiday hours.
The Branch offers a competitive benefits package including Paid Time Off, health insurance, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle, acceptable driving record, criminal clearances required.
The Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.50 - $23.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Direct Support: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pittsburgh, PA 15217: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person