Individual Support Specialist

Individual Support Specialist 1 – Community Companion (Part time)

Location:

West Springfield, MA

Program:
Shared Living

Salary or Pay (/hr.): $18.50/hr.

Schedule:

Days and hours vary based on the individual served.

Service Net, a leading Human Services agency, is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. Our Shared Living Programs establish, administer and collaborate with shared living provider caregivers who provide full‑time housing and support to individuals placed within their homes. This position allows you to make a meaningful difference by supporting individuals and their care providers as an Individual Support Specialist – Community companion.

• Assist individuals in expanding their skills and having enjoyable experiences through community outings and activities.
• Develop a personal relationship with the individual supporting their interests, strengths and needs.
• Engage, assist, instruct, motivate and monitor individuals in social/recreational, skill‑building and family directed activities.
• Learn the individualized services of each person and participate in their routine implementation.
• Accompany individual to appointments, social functions, recreational activities and other planned events as requested by the supervisor, including providing transportation.
• Complete related records as required and instructed by supervisor per standard format ensuring confidentiality and safe‑keeping of documents.
• Respond and relate to routine inquiries, visitors, the individual’s family, friends and allied staff or professionals as outlined in program standards or by the program supervisor.
• Submit weekly or bi‑weekly timesheets with summaries of activities in a timely manner.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Over 1 year of related experience preferred.

• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Paid orientation and training
• Career growth / education
• Opportunity for advancement
• Advancement opportunities

$18.50 per hour + mileage reimbursement.

Service Net is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.