Individual Support Specialist Community Companion
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Part time
Location: South Hadley, MA
Pay: $18.50/hr.
Schedule: 8 hours weekly, 2 - 4 hours per shift after 3:30PM - Weekday afternoons and/or weekends. ServiceNet, a leading Human Services agency, is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. Our Shared Living Programs establish, administer and collaborate with shared living provider care givers who provide full-time housing and support to individuals placed within their homes. You can really make a difference in the lives of individuals and their care providers by helping support them through a position as an Individual Support Specialist Community companion. Key Responsibilities:
- Assist individuals in expanding their skills and having enjoyable experiences through community outings and activities.
- Develop a personal relationship with the individual supporting their interests, strengths and needs.
- Engage, assist, instruct, motivate and monitor individuals in social/recreational, skill building and family directed activities.
- Learn the individualized services of each person and participate in their routine implementation.
- Accompany individual to appointments, social functions, recreational activities and other planned events as requested by the supervisor, to include providing transportation.
- Complete related records as required and instructed by supervisor per standard format ensuring confidentiality and safe-keeping of documents.
- Respond and relate to routine inquiries, visitors, the Individuals family, friends and allied staff or professionals as outlined in program standards or by the program supervisor.
- Submit weekly or bi-weekly time sheets with summaries of activities in a timely manner.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable transportation.
- High school diploma or GED
- Over 1 year of related experience preferred.
- Generous PTO (time-off) package.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Tuition remission for eligible classes.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and tuition assistance.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement.
- And much more.
ServiceNet is a compassionate non-profit organization that helps individuals facing challenges such as mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and substance use issues. With our dedicated staff members, we work together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Join Us
Join us and become part of a caring community that helps others find joy and purpose. Apply today. Learn more about ServiceNet ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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