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Sunshine Services

Community Services Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $15–$15.68/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Knoxville, TN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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What they do

A Social or Human Services Assistant assists with identifying and arranging community services for clients. Works with social workers and other human services professionals. Helps with rehabilitation for people with disabilities or those in recovery, or coordinates home care services for the elderly; may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis.

$35,701 / year median in Tennessee

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Community Services Assistant Sunshine Services - 3.7 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $15.00 - $15.68 an hour 17 hours ago

Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Description:

1. Provide support across CP, Recreation, Wraparound, and 1:1 services while collaborating with and assisting all departments within Sunshine Services to ensure consistent, person-centered support and effective program operations. 2. Conduct pre-planning weekly. Develop maximum enrichment focus for community activities tailored to individuals using a person-centered approach, applying interview and formal assessments as needed. 3. Find and implement new opportunities for individuals to explore, experience, and gain exposure in all elements of activities, educational materials, lessons, volunteer opportunities, and community-based experiences. 4. Explore volunteer opportunities in the community for participants and develop partnerships. Act as a Sunshine Services Ambassador and broadcast program information to enhance community outreach. 5. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of participation and progress in community day program and recreation for persons supported. 6. Support individuals with participation and transportation to and from community day program and recreation activities. 7. Complete reports as scheduled; manage time professionally. Seek any formal training opportunities. 8. Represents Sunshine Services in a positive and professional manner in community meetings, events and social functions. Set example for individual supported and peers to follow. 9. Assist with maintaining documentation required for participation in Special Olympics including record of scores for competition registration. Facilitate practices and serve as a coach as needed. 10. Represent Sunshine Services in a professional and positive manner at community events, networking opportunities, public meetings, and collaborative partnerships while promoting the agency's mission and services. 11. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Community Services or Executive Director to support the mission and operational goals of Sunshine Services.

Requirements:

Complete certification classes for Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel. Complete all required DDA training in a timely manner. Maintain certifications and complete refresher training annually. Must have a valid Tennessee driver's license and be insurable by the agency insurance company.