Community Inclusion Specialist

MISSION

We promote independence and choice and enhance the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY. EVERY LIFE FULFILLED.

The Arc of Spokane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital or veteran status, and other categories protected by law are not factors in employment, promotion, compensation or working conditions, provided the sensory, mental or physical disability, does not prevent the job’s specific performance.

The Arc of Spokane is the region's go-to organization for advocacy and support of individuals with developmental disabilities. The Community Inclusion program promotes independence and inclusion for its participants and is currently hiring for a Community Inclusion Specialist. Community Inclusion Specialists enjoy flexible schedules and working in a fun and creative environment. CI Specialistsprovide one-one-one support to individuals and help participants actively engage with the Spokane community in order to expand their social connections and build meaningful relationships.

The ideal candidate will be creative and comfortable working one-on-one with participants out in the community, and have skills in researching, planning, and problem solving.

Through identifying our participants' interests and the skillset that they canoffer their community, you will be able to support them in getting involved with activities like:

• Volunteer work around the community (food banks, local events, animals, etc.)
• Concertsand dances
• Craftsand interest-based clubs
• Religiousgroups and events
• Community and neighborhood events and festivals and much, much more.

This is an incredible opportunity to be able to support people with disabilities live a more full and meaningful life and get paid to have funalong the way!

Requirements:

Minimum Age of 18 years

High School Diploma or GED

Driver'slicense

Reliable transportation

Clean3-year driving record

Ableto pass required background check

Preferred Qualifications:

Non-profitand community values

Teamplayer

Desireto help others succeed

Compensation: $19.00 per hour, Non-exempt, Full-time 40hours per week. Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 13 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance andPaid Time Off (PTO) after eligibility period.

* All pay isbased on longevity at The Arc of Spokane; thus,
the starting pay forthis position is $19.00 per hour.