Position Title: Community Specialist III
Hourly Rate: $22.76
Hours: 35/week
Department: Community Services
Location: Valley Cottage
COMMUNITY SPECIALIST III
Position Summary
As a Community Specialist III at The Arc Rockland, you will take a leading role in designing and delivering programs that foster independence, inclusion, and personal growth. This position combines hands-on support with program development and staff mentorship. You will lead instructional activities, conduct assessments, and connect individuals to opportunities that align with their goals – whether in skill-building, community engagement, or employment readiness. Your expertise ensures quality services, compliance with regulations, and a safe, supportive environment for all participants.
Program Development & Instruction
- Design and implement lesson plans based on individual program goals and assessments.
- Prepare instructional materials and lead hands-on activities in site-based and community settings.
- Teach functional skills, including work readiness, independent living, behavior management, and community integration.
Assessment & Planning
- Conduct and document assessments to identify interests, skills, and training needs.
- Match individuals with training, volunteer opportunities, internships, and employment aligned with their goals.
- Maintain and organize program documentation, including valued outcomes, behavioral data, monthly notes, and habilitation plans.
Direct Support
- Provide personal care assistance as needed (e.g., toileting, feeding, hygiene).
- Administer medications after AMAP certification.
- Ensure health, safety, and welfare of participants on-site and in the community.
Leadership & Mentorship
- Provide guidance and oversight to staff, including mentoring new team members and supporting orientation.
- Act as liaison with community organizations, volunteer sites, and agencies.
- Participate in planning meetings and contribute to team decision-making.
Compliance & Reporting
- Complete timely documentation and incident reports per regulatory requirements.
- Maintain organized program areas and replenish materials as needed.
- Perform bus duty functions, including traffic monitoring and attendance documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field (Five years of experience working in a direct support position outside of this agency, along with demonstrated competencies in completion of the required duties, may be substituted in lieu of a degree.)
- One (1) year of professional experience working directly with individuals with development disabilities preferred.
How To Apply?
Please email your resume to [email protected]
The Arc Rockland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Arc Rockland strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, providing everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all of our employees – a workplace where every employee is able to bring their whole self to work.
