Community Integration Counselor (CIC)

Community Options, Inc. • Part-time • Frederick, Maryland, United States • $16 / hour • 1m ago

Description

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

We are now hiring a Full-Time Community Integration Counselor in Frederick, MD. The Community Integration Counselor (CIC) is responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. The Community Integration Counselor provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community.

Starting pay is $16.00/per hour

Shift: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

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
Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
Document individual progress toward acquiring community integration
Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
Administer medications and ensure proper completion of necessary documentation
Coordinate 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
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Great coworkers/team that support you!
University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org

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

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