IHS - Support Specialist

  • Full-time

Company Description

At Dungarvin, you have the ability to make someone's life better! Embrace the opportunity to change someone's life by assisting people with disabilities. Providing personal and companion care at Dungarvin, you will have the ability to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Job Description

This is a position that provides a personalized blend of IHS services that focus on the support and training a person needs to maintain and/or increase their independence. Staff will work in both community and in-home settings. Staff will work with multiple persons served and will need a reliable vehicle to drive to and from shifts and be able to transport Persons Served.

 In this position you will: 

  • Assist individuals in one-on-one settings as you support them in pursuing happy, healthy, and more independent lives.
  • Provide skill development in areas including but not limited to community participation, health, safety and wellness, household management and adaptive skills.
  • Attend team meetings, write progress reports, assist supervisors in maintaining consistency in service provision and communication with support team members.
  • Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their goals.
  • Full time, part time and flex schedules.

Qualifications

  • Associates in relevant field OR two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or mental illness, as determined by the supervisor. Must be at least 18 years old
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Adept in the use of technology
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Current auto liability insurance

Additional Information

  • 401(k) plan available
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Employee referral bonus program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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