Community Support Specialist I (ID) East Pittsburgh - Midday

The Community Support Specialist I provide services to individuals with intellectual disabilities who are living in a licensed 24-hour community homes. Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, this individual is responsible for involving Individuals served in a person-centered approach to planning and participating in habilitation and enrichment services. This position will work alongside the program supervisor and other team members to ensure that the persons served have a safe, secure, and supportive living environment.

Wage range begins at $15.50 per hour

$1,000 Sign-on bonus

11 am to 7 pm or 10 am to 6 pm. Every other weekend off and alternating Friday and Monday

• Associate degree in a health-related field and one (1) year related MH/PD/ID, Residential or Human Services experience
• OR a High School Diploma or GED and three years of MH/PD/ID, Residential or Human Services experience
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• The ability to use core rehabilitation skills and to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• The ability to perform basic computer data entry required

Transitional Services, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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