Community Support Specialist (ILS/IHS, and Mental Health Counselor

Accord is seeking a Community Support Specialist to work in our community services program. The ideal candidate has a passion for coaching/supporting community members. Is an affable communicator and adaptable to environments. If you want to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, check us out!

Look what we offer:

$1500 New Hire Bonus AND much more:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Life-insurance, short and long-term disability at no cost to you
• Retirement plans such as 403B, 403B employer match, and savings programs
• Vacation/PTO starting at 120 hours in year 1
• Education assistance, company-paid holidays, a floating holiday, and FMLA pay
• Hourly pay range of $17-$18/hour
• We are seeking full-time individuals

In this role, you will:

Be an essential employee to the well-being of the people we support. You will work directly with them in their home and community and help them with things like:

• Set life goals and achieve their dreams.
• Help find resources that support community living and independence.
• Plan personal empowerment, life enrichment, and skill building activities.
• Daily personal cares.
• Implement person-centered goals.
• Participate in Annual meetings and the development of SPA
• Work alongside clientele (supported persons) to identify opportunities in the community for engagement.
• Document supports using internal EHR System
• Work closely with fellow Community Support Specialist and Program Manager to share best practices.
• Manage your own schedule
• and more!

Requirements

Experience as a Direct Support Professional-highly beneficial but not required

You will need...

• A passion to make a difference and the desire to learn.
• The ability to interact with people with disabilities and your team mates in a respectful, positive, and encouraging way.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• To pass a Department of Human Services background study.
  

Work Environment:

You will work with a supportive, interactive work team.

Benefits

$17-18 per hour with great benefits!