KenCrest

Community-based supports for people with disabilities

Community Support Worker

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBlue Bell, PA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
A valid and current driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record are required, with at least two years of driving experience; the license, insurance, and registration must align with the state of permanent residence.
At least two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism is required.
At least one to two years of experience working with individuals with diverse behavioral or mental health diagnoses is required.
Ability to work independently in a home or community setting without direct supervision.
Ability to communicate, understand, and use technology such as an iPad, and apply comprehensive organizational skills.
Ability to pass background checks and drug screening according to state requirements.
Ability to understand, speak, read, and follow instructions in English.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist program participants with intellectual disabilities and diverse behavioral and mental health needs in their homes and communities.
Act as an advocate, companion, and facilitator for program participants.
Assist with household management, activities of daily living, and errands.
Assist participants with attending appointments.
Provide support for self-advocacy, communication, and self-expression.
Work toward achieving participants’ desired goals and outcomes.
Perform other support duties as necessary.

Community Support Worker

Located in Montgomery and Bucks Counties, PA
Part Time Flexible Schedules

New Rates!

KenCrest is seeking Community Support Workers to play an active and important role in empowering the individuals they support to live independently and participate fully in their communities where they live and work.

Our Community Support Workers act as advocates, companions, and facilitators while they assist program participants with intellectual disabilities and diverse behavioral and mental health needs with support in their home and community.

As a Community Support Worker, you will aid with household management, ADL’s, and errands, assist with attending appointments and providing support with self-advocacy, communication and self-expression, work towards achieving their desired goals and outcomes, and other support duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Valid and Current driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record (2 years' driving experience required) *Driver's License, insurance and registration must be aligned with state of permanent residence*
Minimum two (2) years working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism
Minimum 1-2 years' experience working with individuals with diverse behavioral or mental health diagnoses
Ability to work independently in a home and/or community setting without direct supervision.
Ability to communicate, understand and use technology (eg. iPad), and apply comprehensive organization skills
Ability to pass background checks and drug screening per state requirements
Ability to understand, speak, read, and follow instructions in English
Strong communication skills
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

KenCrest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About the Company

KenCrest

Community-based supports for people with disabilities

KenCrest provides community-based supports for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and autism, offering services across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Connecticut. Its programs cover the life span from birth to senior years, including Early Intervention, preschool and Birth-to-Five services, home- and community-based supports, Head Start, Lifesharing, Community Living, and Employment services. Services are delivered through centers, in-home programs, and community settings with individualized plans that span education, daily living, housing, and work. The organization differentiates itself by its long history (founded in 1905), wide age range, and integrated living options and supports across three states, all aimed at helping people live more independently in their communities.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Not listed
Founded: 1905

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