Job Opportunities
Community Support Professional
We, at UBU, aim to provide staff who are culturally aware, perhaps multilingual, LGBTQIA+, to meet the unique needs of the person served. Our objective is to provide a team of skilled workers who have strong integrity and quality leadership to help break down the barriers presented in marginalized communities.
We seek reliable staff to help our clients live independently in their homes. Working as a Community Support Professional, you will assist individuals in a one-on-one setting in their own home as you support them to lead the life our clients see for themselves. You will provide support with a variety of activities, including community engagement, family involvement, managing medical appointments, household management, and other areas of daily living that the individual served may have difficulty addressing independently. The pay range is typically between $18 to $23 an hour, depending on work experience, professional references and education.
Requirements: · Enjoy working with people of different cultural and social backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender identity · Possess a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license and auto insurance · Able to drive in all weather conditions · Able to pass a Department of Human Services criminal background check · Possess at least a High School diploma or GED · Minimum of 1-year experience in the field, prefer at least 3 years · Able to climb stairs, walk for extended periods and do light lifting and household tasks · Ability to use a computer to document case notes and manage email
Skills: · Encourage individuals to grow in confidence and independence · Provide skill-focused services to support clients as they work towards their goals · Alleviate barriers clients' experience
Benefits:
· Locally owned
· Excellent & affordable healthcare benefits
· Pay increases
· Work remotely from the community
· Competitive paid time off accrual
· Paid training, mileage/parking reimbursement
· Flexible schedule
· Regular feedback and support from supervisor
· Opportunities for personal and career development and growth
· EOE/AA/VETS