Description

Would you enjoy working with participants of our LifeWorks Day Program? Goodwill Northern New England is currently hiring Community Support Specialists (CSS) in our Waterville location.

CSSs provide skills training in independent living, work readiness, relationship building, as well as 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. CSSs make a positive difference!

Why Work for Goodwill - Our employees are essential to us; we want the best, so we care for 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: Waterville, Maine

Job Summary:

1) Supports service recipients associated with Goodwill’s Life Works Program. Duties include:

• Following the service plan 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 not limited to; reaching, bending, stretching, and stooping.

• Ability to lift up 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

Qualifications

Skills

Required

• American Sign Language: Advanced

Preferred

• Empathy: Some Knowledge

• Coaching: Intermediate

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Required

• High School Diploma/GED or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Drive. Lic. - Class C