Independent Support Specialist

Must be a valid driverThis is a position that provides a personalized blend of in-home and in-community services that focus on the support and skill development a person needs to maintain and/or increase their independence and teach individual life-skills. The goals will look different for each person-served that you provide support to, and this position will work both in-community and in-home settings. Staff will work with multiple person-served and will need to use their own personal vehicle to drive to and from shifts and to transport the person-served. Mileage reimbursement is offered.This is not a residential group-home settingIn this position you will have the opportunity to: Assist individuals in a 1:1 in-home and in-community setting as you support them in pursuing a happy, healthy, and more independent life. Provide skill development in areas including but not limited to: community participation, health, safety and wellness, household management and adaptive skills. Examples: Accompanying person-served on errands and appointments, budgeting skills, and integrating into social eventsAttend team meetings, write progress reports, and assist supervisors in maintaining consistency in service provision and communication with support team members. Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their goals. Available locations and schedules:Part-time schedules availableHours vary by location and the needs of the person-servedSchedules are subject to change based on the individuals needs