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Multiple openings Cortland and Ithaca---- Community Habilitation We have several opportunities for Community Support Professional. Providing habilitation and support services assisting individuals with disabilities within their community maximizing independence and inclusion. Responsibilities may include, completing daily documentation required for community habilitation, providing transportation for individuals to gain access to community events as well as medical care as needed, and working closely with other rehabilitative services staff to ensure the delivery of appropriate and exceptional services.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents.

GENERAL SUMMARY This is a part time position which provides services to individuals who receive prevocational services and/ or community habilitation services to individuals through the implementation of service and support plans. Community Support Professionals may be assigned to work with any individual served in these service areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides community services, which include prevocational services, community habilitation services or both, to assigned individuals. Duties include support with exposure to work and volunteer opportunities, food shopping, general purchases, fitness activities, self-care skills training, specific to individual goals as outlined in the applicable Staff Action Plans. Follows the schedule as assigned by the supervisor. Works cooperatively with others to ensure individuals receive service as scheduled and that requests by individuals for schedule changes are communicated to the supervisor. Provides supervisor with information and feedback regarding individual staff action plans and makes recommendations for modifications in order to enhance the skills and learning of individuals served. Provides safe transportation and on-site supervision to support individuals at community sites. If using a company vehicle, ensures it is left clean inside and free of debris, it has gas in it, and that first aid kits are on hand. Immediately reports any mechanical, safety or other needs for repair and maintenance to Community Services management. Ensures employee personal vehicles are in safe working order, clean inside and free of excess debris. Completes appropriate and timely documentation of services which includes the use of the JM Murray Electronic Medical Record, and the use of equipment such as a smart phone, computer, laptop, and/or a tablet. Attends all required training and meetings, and maintains any required certifications and updates to training, as assigned.
Conducts self in a manner as to always contribute to maximum individual growth and in accordance with all regulations, the DSP Code of Ethics and Company policy and procedures. Represents JM Murray and the JM Murray mission in a positive manner, treating people with respect and dignity. Performs additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned.