Community Support Specialist Job at STAR, Inc., Norwalk, CT

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  • STAR, Inc.
  • Norwalk, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Community Support Specialist

$18.50/hour. Full Time

We are looking for dedicated and caring people to work with adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities in a day program setting. If you are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in the world, we encourage you to apply today!

About our Company :

STAR, Inc., is a non-profit located in Norwalk, CT that provides support services to adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families. This takes many different forms but all with the same goal of improving the lives of those we serve. We help the individuals we support become the fullest versions of themselves through the values of inclusion, independence, and freedom of choice.

A Day in the Life of a Community Support Specialist:

As a Community Support Specialist, you play a vital role in helping the individuals we support. Our staff will provide support to individuals participating in various community activities. This could be by actively engaging with our participants in an art class, a cooking class, a sporting activity - really anything our individuals choose to participate in.

When not out in the community, you would be in our day program with lunch or activities on-site. Our staff also assist with feeding and personal needs of our participants when needed. You would also drive a company vehicle with assigned participants to and from activities and, if necessary, private family homes for pick-ups or drop offs. At the end of each day, you would leave knowing you've been instrumental in enriching the lives of our participants!

Qualifications for the Job:

  • High School Diploma or its equivalent
  • A valid driver's license and eligible for a Public Passenger Endorsement
  • Compassion and ability to see the potential in everyone
  • Positivity and a team-player attitude

Schedule :

Monday-Friday: 35 hours/week (Paid lunch while supervising participants)

Are you ready to Join Our Team?

If you would like to be part of a caring and driven team. APPLY TODAY! Quick 5-minute application process.

STAR, Inc., is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Job Tags

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