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Lead Community Support Specialist

Work Opportunities Unlimited

Scarborough, MEFull-time$19–25/hrSeen 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$19–25/hr
Location
Scarborough, ME
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Work Opportunities Unlimited is seeking a Lead Community Support Specialist to coordinate client services, provide direct support, and guide team members. The role involves working with clients in the community on goals and independence skills, collaborating with families and referral sources, and supporting quality outcomes. The posting seeks experience working with youth and adults with disabilities; DSP certification is a plus, not a requirement.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Client Services CoordinationDirect Client SupportTeam LeadershipCommunity NetworkingOrganizationFeedbackCollaborationAdaptabilityTechnologyDocumentation

Qualifications

Youth and Adult Disability ExperienceDSP CertificationSmall Team ManagementInformal Leadership ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseCommunity TravelMonday-Friday Daytime AvailabilityCriminal Background CheckMotor Vehicle Check

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Lead Community Support Specialist

Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned (ESOP) business that has been helping people with diverse skills and abilities find meaningful employment since 1982. You can be part of our rewarding mission and positively impact the lives of many each and every day.

When you join our team, you join the best talent around. We offer individual development plans, customized training, competitive wages and benefits, a supportive company culture as well as tools and resources to succeed and advance within the company.

ALead Community Support Specialist will support coordinating client services, along with providing both direct client services and leadership to team members.

As aLead Community Support Specialist, you will be:

  • Supporting the growth and development of our client services

  • A liaison between clients, families and referral sources

  • Providing guidance to team members through day-to-day support, 30-day objectives and training

  • Working with clients in the community to develop goals and objectives, including life and independence skills

  • Ensuring quality service outcomes for our clients

  • Communicating and collaborating with referral sources

The job might be for you if you have experience working with youth and adults with disabilities and:

  • You are a great networker who enjoys building new relationships in the community

  • You are highly organized and enjoy taking on new tasks

  • You have experience supporting team members and providing feedback

  • You thrive being part of a collaborative team

  • You are flexible and adaptable to change

  • Not required, but great if you have your DSP certification

Career growth opportunities – potential selection into our Management Training Program for people who have the following experience:

  • Management of a small team

  • Informal leadership in sports, clubs, or civic organizations

Additional requirements include:

  • Valid driver’s license and comfortable with travel within the community

  • Monday – Friday, daytime hours availability

  • Comfortable using technology for documentation and organization

Interested in learning more?

Apply through Indeed today. If you have any questions, please call our team at 866-761-1347 or email [email protected]

All conversations are confidential. We look forward to learning more about you.

About Work Opportunities Unlimited

Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned Human Services company that has been helping people with barriers to employment find meaningful jobs since 1982.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits with bonus opportunities

  • Health and Wellness

  • Work/life balance

  • Growth and Development

Pay: $19-$25 per hour

For further details on the above, please click here: https://workopportunities.net/careers/

Upon employment acceptance, candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background and motor vehicle check.

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