Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary:
Provides, promotes and assists consumers with training and support to maximize their potential through gainful employment and meaningful activities.
Essential Functions:
· Assists consumers in the development of and participation in meaningful community activities, both vocational and recreational.
· Facilitates and promotes opportunities and environments for consumers' personal growth and relationship building.
· Ensures implementation and documentation of the Individual Service Plan (ISP) as required and as directed.
· Serves as a role model for consumers and community members in terms of attitude, interactions, work performance, and personal care.
· Represents self, consumers, program, and agency in a positive manner with community employers, volunteer site supervisors, area agency representatives, guardians, other team members, and any other members of the community.
· Maintains a safe and healthy environment at all times, including assistance with personal care, in compliance with agency safety policies.
· Learns, understands, and observes Client's Rights, behavior management guidelines, and the SCS employee manual.
· Respects the confidentiality of all consumers and staff.
· Attends training for professional growth and development as required or assigned by supervisor.
· Performs other duties on an as needed or emergency basis as requested or assigned by supervisor.
· Flexible hours to include some evening or weekend times.
Competencies:
· Adaptability and Flexibility: Able to change direction as priorities shift and thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
· Client Advocacy: Skills and abilities in developing and presenting the client's interests in important matters
· Compassion: Ability to show empathy and understanding for other people from all walks of life
· Decision Making Effectiveness: Ability to make decisions that prove to be beneficial (for the individual, team, or organization) over time
· People Development: The ability to assess, assist and motivate others to attain and improve skills, knowledge and ability
· Positive Outlook: Adds to the morale and productivity of the work environment by encouraging others and consistently looking for ways that ideas and processes can be done
Desired Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Two years paid employment experience
· Valid driver's license with good driving record
· Access to reliable transportation
· $100,000-$300,000 auto liability insurance
· Clean criminal background check
Company DescriptionFounded in 1965, Southwestern Community Services (SCS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families in Cheshire and Sullivan counties of New Hampshire. As one of the state's five Community Action Agencies, SCS collaborates with local communities to provide resources, programs, and services that promote self-sufficiency and improve quality of life.
SCS offers a diverse range of services, including energy assistance, affordable housing, early childhood education through Head Start, workforce development, transportation, and emergency support. By addressing immediate needs and fostering long-term solutions, SCS helps individuals and families overcome challenges and build a path toward a brighter future.
Guided by a vision where poverty is never accepted as a permanent condition, SCS remains committed to its mission of providing direct assistance, reducing stressors, and advocating for those in need. Through partnerships and community collaboration, SCS continues to make a positive impact in the lives of its neighbors.
Company Description
Founded in 1965, Southwestern Community Services (SCS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families in Cheshire and Sullivan counties of New Hampshire. As one of the state's five Community Action Agencies, SCS collaborates with local communities to provide resources, programs, and services that promote self-sufficiency and improve quality of life.\r\n\r\nSCS offers a diverse range of services, including energy assistance, affordable housing, early childhood education through Head Start, workforce development, transportation, and emergency support. By addressing immediate needs and fostering long-term solutions, SCS helps individuals and families overcome challenges and build a path toward a brighter future.\r\n\r\nGuided by a vision where poverty is never accepted as a permanent condition, SCS remains committed to its mission of providing direct assistance, reducing stressors, and advocating for those in need. Through partnerships and community collaboration, SCS continues to make a positive impact in the lives of its neighbors.