Transitional Support Specialist
Transitional Support Specialist– Community Living Options is seeking individuals to provide direct support to consumers in the Intensive/Transitional Support Program. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans and behavior plans as established by an interdisciplinary team. Responsible for modeling appropriate behavior and teaching life skills to individuals, facilitating group and individual conversation and developing a rapport with individuals served. Position requires patience, critical thinking skills and decision making ability.
Hours: Full-time and part-time, varied shifts available
Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record. (on occasion, a position may become available where driving is not necessary).
- One year experience in mental health working with individuals with challenging behaviors.
- Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
- Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate in both verbal and written format.
- Demonstrated decision making ability
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and on all shifts to meet program needs.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Reliable transportation
Preferences
- One year related education.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Salary & Benefits: $17.50 per hour +benefits
To apply: Please submit written letter of interest and resume to mvaden@communitylivingoptions.org
Deadline:
EOE-M/F/H/V
