Community Options
Community Integration Counselor
Community Options, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046
Community Options, Inc.
is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are actively seeking
Community Integration Counselors
in
Columbia, MD . The Community Integration Counselor will be responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. This role provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted by an individual with a disability living in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!
No experience required– we provide PAID training!
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
Coordinate 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
Cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inquiry, inspection 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
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?
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our Columbia, MD office!
For more information, please call us at:
(410) 772-2775
If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to:
Resumes-HW@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are actively seeking
Community Integration Counselors
in
Columbia, MD . The Community Integration Counselor will be responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. This role provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted by an individual with a disability living in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!
No experience required– we provide PAID training!
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
Coordinate 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
Cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inquiry, inspection 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
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?
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the friendly staff at our Columbia, MD office!
For more information, please call us at:
(410) 772-2775
If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to:
Resumes-HW@comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
#J-18808-Ljbffr