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Job description
You can earn more, grow more, and Be More at Easterseals .
Easterseals leads the way to full equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities, families, and our community. Join us, and together, we will make the world a better, brighter, more fulfilling place for all.
Community makes us all stronger.
Our team is growing, and we are seeking a dedicated Community Living Specialist to join our team in Bolivar, MO. If you thrive in a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you! As a Community Living Specialist with Easterseals, you'll work alongside people with disabilities to help them thrive in their homes and their community.
Position Summary :
The Community Living Specialist provides daily assistance and supports for individuals with disabilities living in their home. This position provides support, education and advocacy as outlined in the individual's support plan and ensures supports provided meet organizational guidelines, funder requirements and accreditation standards.
Full-Time employment
12-hour shifts
Pay based on individual experience
Eligible for additional shifts and overtime
Yearly raise opportunities
Job training
Comprehensive PTO, retirement, and health benefits package for full-time team members
Essential Functions : Reviews and implements activities related to Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and works towards plan outcomes and objectives. Performs all required documentation and ensures organizational, funder and accreditation requirements are met. Reviews all organizational communications each shift.
Provides education, assistance, mentoring and support to individuals. Supports provided may include bathing, personal hygiene activities, dressing, cooking according to dietary guidelines, maintaining a safe home environment, cleaning, laundry, transportation, etc.
Provides assistance, education and modeling behaviors when supporting individuals during community outings and social opportunities.
Administers medications and provides medical care and support according to physician orders and RN delegations. Communicates changes in functioning, health status or behaviors to support team. Accompanies individuals to medical appointments, communicates physician orders to the team and completes necessary documentation.
Provides positive behavioral interventions as outlined in ISP or behavior development plan.
Attends all required staff meetings and opportunities for ongoing education and training.
Qualifications: Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience providing direct supports to individuals with disabilities preferred.
Must have basic computer skills and be able to work with a variety of computer systems.
Driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation are required.
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Worksite address
bolivar, MO, 65613, US
Who can apply
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