Job Description:

Goodwill of the Heartland is seeking a full-time Supported Community Living Associate to be a creative, energetic, and caring professional to assist and support individuals with barriers to independent living in the community.

The Supported Community Living Associate is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with program participants, as well as finding and utilizing community resources that may benefit program participants. This is a direct support professional role, and the successful candidate will identify the treatment and service needs of each individual served, as well as monitor and evaluate the progress of the treatment plan, assisting and facilitating as appropriate. This position will manage expenses, bill hours, and write high quality case notes, assisting the Supported Community Living Specialist with Individual Service Plan Development and Progress Reports.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.


• Six months experience in training and/or rehabilitation required. Post-secondary education may be substituted for six months of experience.


• Supported Community Living Associates need a reliable vehicle, valid Iowa driver's license, proof of required auto insurance, and must pass motor vehicle record screening, dependent adult and child abuse, and criminal background checks.

The Supported Community Living Associate has a starting wage of $16.45 per hour. The primary work hours for this position are Monday - Friday between 8:00a - 5:00p. Travel between participant locations is required.

Goodwill has great benefits!

• Competitive PTO


• Strong team culture


• Up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year


• Health/Dental/Vision insurance  


• Generous store discount

Goodwill of the Heartland is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, veteran status, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity or other protected categories.

 

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