Community Integration Counselor (HCBS)

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

We are actively seeking Part-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: Mesa, AZ

• Part Time Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:00AM-7:00PM


• Can be a combination of Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun

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


• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record


• Minimum 90 days 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

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


• 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: [email protected]

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