What are the responsibilities and job description for the Children's Support Professional position at Advocates for Life Skills and Opportunity?
Children’s Support Professional (CSP)
Are you seeking a meaningful position that contributes to improving the lives of others? Promote connection, inclusion, and wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and start a fulfilling career with ALSO!
Who We Are:
Since 1997, Advocates for Life Skills and Opportunities (ALSO) has been committed to fostering independence and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment support, residential living, and in home services.
Position Overview:
As a Children Support Professional (CSP) at ALSO, you’ll provide person-centered care to youth (up to age 18) with intellectual and developmental disabilities at home and out in the community. In our Children’s Residential Program, youth have access to 24/7 direct support provided by our dedicated team of advocates. As a CSP, you’ll assist with skill building, emotional regulation, personal care, and behavioral health support in the everyday lives of the amazing individuals we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
Relationship Building: Cultivate positive, supportive connections with children and help them build trust and confidence in their abilities.
- Skill Development: Provide emotional regulation skill-building, social skills practice, and support with everyday activities.
- Person-Centered Care: Apply trauma-informed approaches to create a safe, supportive environment tailored to each child’s unique needs.
- Engagement: Facilitate meaningful interactions through play and encourage participation in recreational, educational, and community activities.
- Direct Support: Assist with hygiene, medical support, and daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and activity planning.
- Transportation: Drive children to school, appointments, and community outings.
- Compliance & Documentation: Maintain proper documentation to meet compliance standards.
Teamwork & Collaboration: Work as a team to balance responsibilities, facilitate open communication, and innovate ideas to offer the best support possible
Compensation & Benefits:
Starting Pay: $19.50 - $21 per hour, based on experience, education, and Veteran status.
- Paid Training: Earn while enhancing your skills.
- Paid Holidays: 10 days, including a special “YAY Day” for your birthday.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
- Generous Leave: Vacation and sick time accruals, Paid Time Off with payout option.
- Retention bonus: $250 after 6 months
- Referral bonus: Up to $500 per referral!
- Retirement Plan: Generous employer-matching for traditional or Roth 401k
- Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access to counseling, legal, financial advice, and more.
- Parental Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Recognition Program
- Career Development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
Qualifications:
Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and consistency in previous roles.
- Self-assured, confident, resourceful, and able to work independently while managing tasks effectively.
- Dependable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
- Ability to apply trauma-informed approaches and assist with emotional regulation skill-building.
- Licensed driver with a clean driving record and willingness to drive children to appointments and activities.
- Prior experience working with children is preferred
- Physically active and able to engage in play, lift/reposition up to 50 lbs., and complete household upkeep, including cooking and cleaning.
- Ability to prepare clear, written reports using proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
All candidates considered for employment are required to successfully pass a comprehensive background check prior to joining ALSO and ongoing every two years.
Why Join ALSO?
At ALSO, we do work of the heart. This meaningful work brings out the bold, the compassionate, and the passionate. By joining our team, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives, achieve their goals, and become an integral part of their communities. Join us in making a real difference. Make Heart Work YOUR Work.
Advocates for Life Skills & Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
Salary : $20 - $21
