Community Support/VOC Altoona, PA

Job Title:Community Support Specialist/Supported Employment
Location: Altoona
Job Type: Part Time
Pay Rate:$20 per hour

Expected Hours: 19 hours

Are you looking for a fulfilling, dynamic job where you can make a real difference every day?

AtACCS, we offer meaningful work where you support individuals as they work towards greater independence and self-sufficiency. Each day brings new challenges, variety, and opportunities to feel good about the impact you're making. As a valued part of our team, youll receive paid training, work in a collaborative environment, and enjoy a flexible schedule that promotes work-life balance. If youre passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive team,join us today!

Testimonial from a Current Team Member:*"My best day at work was... going white-water rafting with one of our participants. It really felt like a community. We both had a little fear to work through, and instead of me just supporting her, we got to support each other in reaching our shared goal."*

Key Responsibilities:

As aCommunity Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the lives of the individuals you support. Your responsibilities will include:

-Ensuring Safety and Dignity:Always prioritizing the health, safety, dignity, and individual rights of our learners.
-Service Delivery: Providing on-time, high-quality support in adult learners' homes and local communities, based on scheduled plans.
-Goal Support:Participating in the observation and basic data collection to help shape meaningful goals and objectives for each learner.
-Documentation:Timely and professional completion of daily progress notes and timesheets in line with ACCS guidelines.
-Team Collaboration:Actively participating in team meetings, collaborating with colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for each learner.
-Policy Adherence:Following ACCS policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of care and service delivery.

Why You'll Love Working at ACCS:

-Paid Trainingto ensure you're fully equipped to succeed in your role.
-Flexible Scheduleto fit your life, with options for day shifts, weekends, and on-call availability.
-Comprehensive Benefitsfor full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.
-Professional Growth Opportunitiesto help you advance your career in the human services field.

Qualifications:

Required:- High school diploma or GED
- Valid PA Drivers License, car insurance, car registration, and inspection stickers
- Clear PA background check (including FBI fingerprinting for out-of-state candidates)
Preferred:- Previous experience in a related field ishighlydesirable, though not required.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• 401(k)and401(k) matching
  -Health Insurance(Medical, Dental, Vision)
  -Paid Time Off-Paid Training** and **Paid Orientation
  -Life Insurance-Tuition Reimbursement
  -Mileage Reimbursement
  -Employee Assistance Program
  -Health Savings Account (HSA)

Schedule:Day Shift, Tuesday and Thursday (with room to increase hours)
- Monday to Friday, with potential weekends or overtime as needed
- On-call availability for flexibility

If you're ready to make a difference and join a team that values you,apply todayand take the first step toward a fulfilling career at ACCS!

ACCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.