Deaf Services LifeWorks Community Support Specialist
Job description
Community Support Specialists do not require special training before they’re hired. Goodwill Northern New England will provide certification training upon hire. This position has several levels, so there is room for growth within Goodwill NNE.
For this position, ASL is required.
Work location: Scarborough, Maine
Job Summary:
- Supports service recipients associated with Goodwill’s Life Works Program. Duties include:
- Following the service, the plan serves as a model and provides hands-on support and direct teaching in areas including, but not limited to, interpersonal skills, financial management skills, personal care and hygiene, activities of daily living, and access to community services and leisure opportunities
- Moderates verbal or emotional incidents through intervention techniques that preserve the dignity and safety of the service recipient(s)
- Completes all required documentation following program standards
- Maintains all required certifications
- Represents the Agency in all interactions with other Goodwill community members and the general public, supporting the agency's Vision of creating sustainable communities that thrive through the fullest participation of their diverse residents.
- Furthers the organizational commitment to triple bottom line results: integrating social, economic, and environmental goals into thinking, planning, and actions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Evidence of High School diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license permitting operation of a vehicle in the State where employed; safe driving record
- Reliable transportation and automobile insurance that meets minimum state requirements
- A criminal background check that meets Agency and State standards.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to complete required certifications on time.
One schedule will be Mondays through Fridays 8:30 am-2:00 pm; One schedule will be Tuesdays through Thursdays 8:30 am-2:00 pm
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities
- Mental Health Experience (when applicable)
- Training relevant to the program (A. CRMA, B. First Aid / CPR, C. NAPPI, D. College of Direct Support, E. Defensive Driving) or education/alternative training approved by the Senior Director.
- ASL- at least three years experience required for Deaf Services or Residential Settings (when applicable)
Why Work for Goodwill - Our On Call employees are important to us and want the best, so we care for them and their families.
- 30% employee discounts at Goodwill stores in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont
- Valuable job training with growth potential.
- Access to internal job lists for advancement opportunities.
- Discounts on personal cell phone plans
- Local community discounts
Experience
Required- Demonstrated ability and willingness to complete required certifications on time.
Education
Required- High School Diploma/GED or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Drive. Lic. - Class C
Skills
Required- American Sign Language
- Empathy
- Communication - written
- Communication - verbal
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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