Job description
United Cerebral Palsy of West Central Wisconsin
2153 Eastridge Center
Eau Claire, WI 54701
https://www.ucpwcw.org
United Cerebral Palsy of West Central WI is looking for a Community Living Specialist to provide quality services to clients by actively coordinating their care plan, completing home visits, and maintaining clear and steady communication with them and their care team to ensure needs are met and concerns are addressed. This position will require both hands-on and clerical tasks to be completed in support of client and program needs. The goal of this program is to assist individuals with disabilities to live independently in their community.
Areas of Responsibilities:
Activities to Be Completed
Expectations:
- Respond to referrals in an appropriate and timely manner
- Communicate with case managers regarding client needs
- Complete client intake and assessments according to the established processes
- Develop goals and create a care plan for clients
- Schedule and perform home visits, completing tasks according to the care plan, which may include direct cares
- Maintain weekly or biweekly communication with the care team
- Support staff through discussion of challenges, concerns, and policies/procedures
- Complete detailed case notes
- Monitor and manage authorizations
- Follow and maintain knowledge of established policies and procedures
- Review assessments every 3 months, ensuring an informed and successful care plan
Maintain efficient work methods and production goals
Expectations:
- Participate in staff meetings
- Participate in performance reviews
- Maintain an updated calendar including work schedule, meetings, deadlines, and events
- Effectively communicate ideas and department needs using clear verbal and written communication
- Ensure safe work practices
Professional Development and Personnel Requirements
Expectations:
- Follow UCP Company Values of Customer Service, Quality, Teamwork, Diversity, and Trust
- Handle sensitive and protected client and business information in a highly confidential manner
- Handle all communication with all clients, customers, vendors, and other staff members effectively and respectfully
- Follow Employment and Safety Guide policies and best practices
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Leadership and problem-solving skills
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team effectively
- Proficiency in computer and phone skills
Ideal Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree or higher
- Experience in human services field
- Experience providing direct cares
Job Type:
- Full-time, 32-40 hours per week, weekdays, some evening and weekend work as needed
Pay:
- $15 - $18 per hour, dependent on education and experience
Benefits:
- Support a work-life balance
- Flexible schedule
- Training and shadowing provided
- Paid sick and vacation time
- Edward Jones Simple IRA
- Aflac
- Growth opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
If you aren't feeling well, please reschedule the interview. Thank you!
Work Location: One location
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