What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Support Specialist position at Goodwill Industries of Northern New Engl?
**Now Offering Full and Part time positions**
Would you enjoy working with participants of our LifeWorks Day Program? Goodwill Northern New England seeks Community Support Specialists (CSS) in our Westbrook location.
CSS provides skills training in independent living, work readiness, relationship building, self-advocacy, and health.
A typical day may include coordinating an Arts & Crafts activity, teaching coping skills, assisting participants as they expand their cooking expertise, and empowering others to be more independent. CSS makes a positive difference!
Why Work for Goodwill - Our part-time employees are essential to us, and we want the best for them, so we take care of them and their families.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
- 403(b) retirement plan with Employer Match
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Employer-paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Plan
- Paid Holidays
- 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
- Exceptional career growth opportunities
- Discount on personal cell phone plans
- Local community discounts
- Caring coworkers/team that supports you!
Work Location: Westbrook, Maine
Working Hours: Full time = 8:30 am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday
Job Summary:
Supports service recipients associated with Goodwill’s Life Works Program. Duties include:
- Under the service plan, it serves as a model and provides hands-on support and direct teaching in areas including, but not limited to, interpersonal skills, financial management skills, personal care and hygiene, activities of daily living, and access to community services and leisure opportunities.
- Moderates verbal or emotional incidents through intervention techniques that preserve the dignity and safety of the service recipient(s).
- Completes all required documentation following program standards
- Maintains all required certifications.
2) Represents the Agency in all interactions with other members of the Goodwill community and with the general public, supporting the agency's Vision of creating sustainable communities that thrive through the fullest participation of their diverse residents.
3) Furthers the organizational commitment to triple bottom line results: integrating social, economic, and environmental goals into thinking, planning, and actions.
Requirements:
- Evidence of High School diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license permitting operation of a vehicle in the State where employed; safe driving record
- Reliable transportation and automobile insurance that meets minimum state requirements
- A criminal background check that meets Agency and State standards.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to complete required certifications on time.
- The ability to stand or sit for long periods. Perform a range of motion tasks that include but are not limited to; reaching, bending, stretching, and stooping.
- Ability to lift to fifty (50) pounds and push 175 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities
- Mental Health Experience (when applicable)
- Training relevant to the program (A.CRMA, B. First Aid/CPR, C.NAPPI, D. College of Direct Support, E. Defensive Driving) or education/alternative training approved by the Senior Director
Education
Required- High School Diploma/GED or better
Skills
Required- Communication - written
- Communication - verbal
- Empathy
- Problem Solving
Behaviors
Required- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
