Community Integration Counselor (HCBS)

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Community Integration Counselor (HCBS)

Community Options, Inc.

icon Phoenix, AZ, US, 85044

iconFull Time

icon7 November 2024

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Community Options, Inc.is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. 

We are actively seekingFull-Time Community Integration Counselors in Greater Phoenix, AZ.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.

The hourly rate is $15.50 per hour!

Location: Greater Phoenix, AZ 

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
  • Administer medications and ensures proper completion of necessary documentation
  • Coordinates 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
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • 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
  • Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
  • 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 interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to: Resumes-Tempe@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer   M/F/D/V

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