Community Living Specialist

Champaign Board of Developmental Disabilities is seeking applicants for the Community Living Specialist in Urbana, OH.

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This is specialized work promoting connections, inclusion and growth opportunities to foster independence through community and recreation activities. Activities may take place in a variety of locations depending on the individual’s abilities, needs and desires. This position works directly with individuals served by the Board of DD and will primarily provide opportunities for recreation and activities on evenings and some weekends.

• Focuses on assisting individuals with developmental disabilities in pursuing recreational and community activities that are important and meaningful to them.
• Reviews Individual Support Plans (ISP’s) to gather information to determine how best to support people in connecting with others.
• Creates, organizes and implements activities based on needs and desires of people served.
• Provides direct support, training and experiences for people served who are interested in recreational activities in a variety of locations, including residences, community partner locations and other settings.
• Works closely with provider partners to determine the need for in-home recreational activities and/or experiences and determines the best ways to support those experiences. Communicates with county board and provider stakeholders to avoid redundancies.
• Works with Community Connections Facilitator to develop relationships with various community individuals and organizations to discover opportunities for connections for people served.
• Assists with set-up of transportation and support for individuals attending community events to initiate and foster relationships.
• Assists with the recruitment and/or training of volunteers for activities or events. May provide direction to or oversee volunteers and/or natural supports during activities.
• May provide assistance to the Champaign County Special Olympics.
• Completes all necessary documentation and provides referrals both internally and externally.
• Reports all Unusual or Major Unusual Incidents following appropriate policy and procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To be considered, please submit a written letter of interest, qualifications, and Ohio Civil Service Application to:
Sharon Wheeland at Champaign County Board of DD, P.O. Box 829, Urbana, Ohio 43078
[email protected]