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Individual Vocation in Windsor, Connecticut at Windsor Independent Living Association

NewSalary: $18.00 - $21.00/hr
Windsor Independent Living Association
Windsor, Connecticut, 06095, United States
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Job Description

Individual Vocation

Company Overview The Windsor Independent Living Association (WILA) is a private, not for Profit Corporation, established in 1976 for the purpose of supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in north central Connecticut. WILA's Mission is to assist people with developmental disabilities in their efforts to live full lives as integral, respected members of the community.

WILA provides community-based group homes, supervised apartments, supported employment and non-vocational daytime programming, for people of all abilities, in a variety of settings. All services are person- centered and carefully crafted to meet the individual needs, values and preferences of each participant while promoting independence. Over the last four plus decades, WILA has earned a reputation for providing the highest quality services.

Our Core Values

COHESIVENESS

We focus on unity – working together to find solutions as a united front

RESPECT

We are mindful of how we treat and talk to each other

COMPASSION

We offer kindness to each other

AUTHENTICITY

We are receptive of others, encouraging them to ‘show up’ as they are

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

We smile, greet each other and are welcoming each other.

Position Summary & Key Areas of Ownership

The primary goal of the individual vocational job coach is to assist consumers 1:1 in finding and maintaining appropriate, competitive employment.


Schedule: Monday through Friday – 8am – 4pm (40 hours weekly).


Salary Range: $18.00 to $21.00, per hour.


Core Responsibilities

Advocating for individuals to lead self-directed lives; engage individuals daily to provide meaningful community involvement.Includes assisting individuals vocationally and through volunteer experiences in the community.Position includes a lot of community time and driving with the use of agency vehicle. Care for individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities; experience preferred. Participate in all meetings.Perform other duties as assigned.Skills and Requirements

Must possess a high school degree or GED certification; a college degree is preferred. Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably in a residential setting; day program experience preferred. Ability to collaborate with leadership and stakeholders and work with diverse teams.Active CPR, First Aid and DDS Medication Administration Certification. Proficient in Microsoft Application and Therap.Excellent documentation skills.Creativity for socialization and meaningful employment or volunteer experiences. Must possess an active DDS Medication Certification***What We Have to Offer

Windsor Independent Living Association offers a professional working environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and compassion for those we serve and work alongside of.

Competitive base salaryExciting work cultureAmazing benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and Life InsuranceCareer GrowthVacation, Personal, Sick Time and Holidays

Job Location

Windsor, Connecticut, 06095, United States

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