Community Support Worker (Montgomery / Bucks)
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KenCrest
NJ
Summary
Community Support Workers empower individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral needs to live independently by providing support in their homes and communities. They act as advocates and facilitators, assisting with household management, daily living activities, and achieving personal goals.
Job Description
Community Support Worker
Located in Montgomery and Bucks Counties, PA
Part Time Flexible Schedules
New Rates!
KenCrest is seeking Community Support Workers to play an active and important role in empowering the individuals they support to live independently and participate fully in their communities where they live and work.
Our Community Support Workers act as advocates, companions, and facilitators while they assist program participants with intellectual disabilities and diverse behavioral and mental health needs with support in their home and community.
As a Community Support Worker, you will aid with household management, ADL’s, and errands, assist with attending appointments and providing support with self-advocacy, communication and self-expression, work towards achieving their desired goals and outcomes, and other support duties as necessary.
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
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Valid and Current driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record (2 years' driving experience required) *Driver's License, insurance and registration must be aligned with state of permanent residence*
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Minimum two (2) years working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism
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Minimum 1-2 years' experience working with individuals with diverse behavioral or mental health diagnoses
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Ability to work independently in a home and/or community setting without direct supervision.
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Ability to communicate, understand and use technology (eg. iPad), and apply comprehensive organization skills
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Ability to pass background checks and drug screening per state requirements
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Ability to understand, speak, read, and follow instructions in English
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Strong communication skills
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
KenCrest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Founded in 1905, KenCrest provides community-based supports to more than 12,500 people with intellectual or disabilities and autism, at over 400 sites in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Connecticut. KenCrest serves individuals with disabilities and their families throughout the age continuum, from newborns to senior adults. KenCrest's services and supports include:
- Early Intervention - Preschool services in centers and community settings
- Birth to Age Five Services - Home and community-based services
- Head Start - Comprehensive services for low-income children and families
- Personal Support Network - Home-based care for school-aged children and adults with special needs
- Community Living - Living arrangements varying from group homes to apartments
- Lifesharing - Helping those who choose to live with a family rather than in a group home
- Employment Services - Job training, coaching, and placement for people with disabilities
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Blue Bell, PA
Founded in 1905, KenCrest provides community-based supports to more than 12,500 people with intellectual or disabilities and autism, at over 400 sites in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Connecticut. KenCrest serves individuals with disabilities and their families throughout the age continuum, from newborns to senior adults. KenCrest's services and supports include:
- Early Intervention - Preschool services in centers and community settings
- Birth to Age Five Services - Home and community-based services
- Head Start - Comprehensive services for low-income children and families
- Personal Support Network - Home-based care for school-aged children and adults with special needs
- Community Living - Living arrangements varying from group homes to apartments
- Lifesharing - Helping those who choose to live with a family rather than in a group home
- Employment Services - Job training, coaching, and placement for people with disabilities
Founded
1905
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Blue Bell, PA