Community Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Racker Full time
Overview

Racker is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Community Support Specialist to join our team. As a Community Support Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Job Summary

The Community Support Specialist will work in accordance with service plans and individual interests of the people they support. This role is co-managed by the service recipient and their family, along with the employing agency. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to providing individualized services and supporting the unique needs of each individual.

Responsibilities
  • Ensure the health and safety of the individuals supported
  • Provide individualized services to people with disabilities and their families, including respite for families, teaching, modeling, and supporting skill development in various areas at home and in the community
  • Participate as an active member of the person's team, providing ideas, input, and advocacy for the person related to their Staff Action Plan
  • Follow objectives as described in the person's Staff Action Plan and as discussed with the person receiving services and their team
  • Attend training to improve services provided
  • Complete job requirements (training, etc.) within designated time frames
  • Report any potential incidents to the supervising/assigned Fiscal Intermediary, or the Self-Direction Coordinator
  • Accurately enter time and services into Racker's electronic health record, eVero, documenting service times, supports provided, and mileage according to program and regulatory requirements
  • Provide and use a smartphone for required documentation and other assigned tasks
  • Provide input concerning goals and service of the individual receiving support
  • Communicate regularly with the person being supported and their team regarding service provision
  • Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress
  • Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
Working Relationships
  • Directly responsible to the person receiving services, their identified designee/family, and the assigned Fiscal Intermediary
  • Member of the team, which may include: the person and their family members, the person's circle of support, the Care Manager, Support Broker, Fiscal Intermediary, teachers, therapists, and other providers as selected by the person receiving services
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must meet Approved Driver Status
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