Community & Employment Specialist Position Available In Cheshire, New Hampshire

Community & Employment Specialist 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Keene, NH 03431 Position title: Community and Employment Specialist Reports to:

Coordinator of New Hope New Horizons Classification:

Non-Exempt Job Summary:

Provides, promotes and assists consumers with training and support to maximize their potential through gainful employment and meaningful activities.

Essential Functions:

• Assists consumers in the development of and participation in meaningful community activities, both vocational and recreational.
• Facilitates and promotes opportunities and environments for consumers’ personal growth and relationship building.
• Ensures implementation and documentation of the Individual Service Plan (ISP) as required and as directed.
• Serves as a role model for consumers and community members in terms of attitude, interactions, work performance, and personal care.
• Represents self, consumers, program, and agency in a positive manner with community employers, volunteer site supervisors, area agency representatives, guardians, other team members, and any other members of the community.
• Maintains a safe and healthy environment at all times, including assistance with personal care, in compliance with agency safety policies.
• Learns, understands, and observes Client’s Rights, behavior management guidelines, and the SCS employee manual.
• Respects the confidentiality of all consumers and staff.
• Attends training for professional growth and development as required or assigned by supervisor.
• Performs other duties on an as needed or emergency basis as requested or assigned by supervisor.
• Flexible hours to include some evening or weekend times.

Competencies:

Adaptability and Flexibility:

Able to change direction as priorities shift and thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances

Client Advocacy:

Skills and abilities in developing and presenting the client’s interests in important matters

Compassion:

Ability to show empathy and understanding for other people from all walks of life

Decision Making Effectiveness:

Ability to make decisions that prove to be beneficial (for the individual, team, or organization) over time

People Development:

The ability to assess, assist and motivate others to attain and improve skills, knowledge and ability

Positive Outlook:

Adds to the morale and productivity of the work environment by encouraging others and consistently looking for ways that ideas and processes can be done

Desired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years paid employment experience
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Access to reliable transportation
• $100,000-$300,000 auto liability insurance
• Clean criminal background check

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Keene, NH 03431 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Keene, NH 03431: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person