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Community Integration Professional I

Imagine the Possibilities, Inc., Storm Lake, IA, United States


What Winning Looks Like In this role, you’ll be responsible to:

Collaborate with the individual to create meaningful daily activities within their community based on their skills, abilities, and goals. This includes:

Identifying the member’s interests, preferences, skills, strengths and contributions.

Planning and coordination of the member’s individualized daily and weekly day habilitation schedules.

Participating in community activities related to hobbies, leisure, personal health, and wellness.

Participating in community activities related to cultural, civic, and religious interests.

Participating in adult learning opportunities and volunteer opportunities.

Provide services to individuals based on their unique goals and behavioral care plan. This includes:

Teaching individuals how to accomplish their goal (rather than completing a task for them).

Using behavioral strategies that support individuals and address any behaviors that do not lead to their success.

Motivate and encourage individuals to participate in their behavioral care plans and reach their goals.

Participate in recreational, community, and social activities with those you serve, honoring the choices of the individual.

Display and understanding of when it is appropriate to apply rights-restrictions, only as determined by the interdisciplinary team and when indicated in the individual’s behavioral care plan.

Provide complete, consistent, and accurate documentation of the individual’s progress.

Provide safe environments and instruction to individuals served regarding the practices that will help them reach their goals.

Be an advocate for individuals receiving services to have as much control over their own lives as possible. All individuals should be treated with respect and should feel empowered to live their life as independently as physically possible.

Know We’re For You We know finding the right opportunity can be tricky – that’s why Imagine is focused on making sure your time is well spent. We take pride in the benefits we offer our employees. As an employee, you’ll have access to a variety of benefits that are sure to sweeten the deal. Depending on your full‑time or part‑time status, you’ll have access to:

Competitive Wages:

The base pay is $15/hour. With education and experience, you could start out making more than that.

Scheduling:

We’re a 24/7 service provider, offering a schedule based on program needs.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO):

We all deserve a break now and then – don’t feel bad about taking time for you.

401(k) Retirement Plan:

Secure your future with a cushioned fund that will allow you to live your best life.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans:

Whether its medical, dental, vision, or life insurance – we’ve got you covered.

Pre‑Paid Legal Services:

Be prepared for the things you just can’t be prepared for on your own.

Discounted Costco or Sam’s Club Memberships:

What can we say? We know a great deal when we see one.

Advancement Opportunities:

We believe in your future, which is why we have a specifically designed leadership development opportunity purposed to launch your career.

Employee Assistance Program:

We’re there for you through all life’s ups and downs.

Requirements Functional Experiences, Skills, & Requirements:

Mission‑oriented:

We’re on a mission to empower people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. We know you are, too.

An Attitude of Learning:

Caregiving is always changing and requires adaptability. We need people ready to learn new ways of doing things, helping people, and changing lives.

Communication Skills:

We’re looking for people with strong communication abilities so we can rely on you to communicate effectively to the rest of the team and the people we serve.

Confidence & Advocacy:

We’re looking for team members who balance being bold and humble, self‑aware enough to stand up as an advocate for others while knowing when to follow the leader.

Age Requirement:

You must be at least eighteen years of age.

Driver’s License:

You’ll need to be able to drive safely and responsibly.

Reliable Transportation:

Proof of ownership and insurance covering $100,000/$300,000/$50,000 liability is required.

Education:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; higher education is not necessary.

Work Authorization:

Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Physical Demands

May require lifting at times, up to 35 pounds. Lifting more than 35 pounds requires the use of a two‑person lift, mechanical lift, or assistive equipment.

May require prolonged sitting and working at a computer for up to eight hours.

May require frequent bending, stooping, and stretching.

May require prolonged standing for up to eight hours.

Must wear hearing and eye protection in required areas.

Must have ability to see objects/persons at a distance.

Must have ability to see close work such as typed or handwritten material.

Must have ability to hear conversations in a quiet and a noisy environment.

Must have ability to determine where a sound is coming from.

Must have ability to hear differences among bells, buzzers, beeps, horns, etc.

Must have ability to communicate through speech.

Must have ability to drive and transport for service provision if needed.

Must remain awake during working hours, if applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain an all‑inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Further, this job description does not imply a contract between employees and Imagine the Possibilities, Inc.

Imagine the Possibilities is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other protected status.

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