ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment, and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our "promote from within" culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a passion for building and motivating world-class, high-performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington values the safety of our employees, our clients, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are up to date with your COVID vaccinations, including the booster dose or you must request an exemption from your representative. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington.

Our Benefits:

• Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Professional development and training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Clinical supervision for licensed social workers and counselors

JOB SUMMARY: The Community Support Specialist is a skilled, direct-care position focused on assisting adults with developmental disabilities in achieving their personal outcomes while always respecting their personal rights and choices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in PCP meetings, plan and implements goals as agreed in the participant's team meeting(s).
• Clearly documents with a detailed description of participants daily activities, behaviors, goal progress, etc.
• Creates a stimulating learning environment utilizing various activities, to include sensory, physical and community activities on a daily basis.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with participants, their families and essential team members at all times.
• Provides personal assistance to persons with disabilities.
• Promotes communication using alternative or traditional means.
• Promotes health and wellness, and actively engages participants in activities onsite and within the community.
• Assists with maintenance of program site area and program vehicles.
• Safely transports participants from the Program to various community outings and back in an Agency vehicle as scheduled.
• Properly records and administers medication to clients as required.
• Pass the MTTP tests.
• Recertify as Certified Medication Technician (CMT) with the MBON as required.
• Follow the directions and procedures per the delegating RN.
• Performs other job-related duties.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with persons with severe and multiple disabilities.
• Certified Nursing Assistant a plus.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to pass and maintain the MTTP requirements, other trainings specific to the needs of people supported, and specific for your position in the Options program.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in the English language both orally and in writing.