Work For SEEC

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Would you enjoy a more fulfilling career in which you make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? Please review our current employment opportunities. If you see a position of interest, please apply to take the first step towards the career that will change your life.
   
   

Current Employment Opportunities:


Community Specialist


At SEEC we utilize Person-Centered Thinking and Planning to develop individualized supports and opportunities to help each person achieve his or her personal goals for an enriched life.  We take pride in our mission and empower people with developmental disabilities to pursue their careers and interests in a wide range of settings. If you join us, you will use Customized, Community-Based Supports to assist adults with developmental disabilities in social, recreational, leisure, community and independent living skill development.

Job Duties:
Provide necessary individual care and supervision to minimize risk while experiencing and exploring new community-based work and activities. Instruct individuals to become more independent at work-related tasks, community-based activities and experiences (such as riding bus, shopping, etc).  Implement consumers’ individual plans and behavior plans. Make recommendations to pull team together to discuss changes to the plan, or development of new goals, when needed. Monitor consumer progress against agreed-upon goals, and document progress, as required, on documentation sheets.

Successful Candidates:
Will have previous direct support experience or experience working with developmentally disabled persons; must have professionalism, patience, integrity, flexibility, initiative, imagination, and resourcefulness; flexible to work Monday to Sunday not to exceed 30 hours; be familiar with and able to travel about in Montgomery County.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED (AA preferred); a valid driver's license (or identification), a clean DMV record, reliable transportation and at least 18 years old; Current certification in CPR and first aid, BPS and Medication Certification preferred; Microsoft and other computer skills preferred; Previous knowledge of quick profiles, Behavior Plans, Individual Plan, etc preferred.



SEEC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and is a drug free workplace.


Community Connector I


At SEEC we utilize Person-Centered Thinking and Planning to develop individualized supports and opportunities to help each person achieve his or her personal goals for an enriched life.  We take pride in our mission and empower people with developmental disabilities to pursue their careers and interests in a wide range of settings. If you join us, you will use Customized, Community-Based Supports to assist adults with developmental disabilities in social, recreational, leisure, community and independent living skill development.

Primary responsibilities:
To proactively implementing systems to ensure quality services for consumers in his/her home to include health, safety, and community participation. He/she will assist in coordinating the activities of the home by eliciting the preferences and needs of and providing support to the consumers. Coordinate or provide assistance to individuals in the area of recreation activities and community resources in a variety of community opportunities. Research community resources, recreational activities, and provide assistance to consumers and staff to attend these events. Keep families, consumers, staff and supervisor abreast of all community opportunities. Responsibilities also include facilitating teams to support people to be productive members of their community.

Successful Candidates:
Will be creative, person centered, detailed oriented, self starter, capable of multitasking, familiar with Montgomery County, willing to work in a high energy, hands on, have previous experience in community-based residential 24 hour 7 day a week program(s). 

Minimum Requirements:
AA in related filed (BA|BS preferred); 3 years Supervisory experience in community-based residential 24 hour 7 day a week program(s); the ability to lift 60-80 lbs; must have knowledge and familiarity of the surrounding counties; a valid driver's license (or identification), a clean DMV record, and be at least 18 years old. Must have case management experience, organization and proven leadership skills. Recreational background a plus.



SEEC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and is a drug free workplace.


Community Connector II


At SEEC we utilize Person-Centered Thinking and Planning to develop individualized supports and opportunities to help each person achieve his or her personal goals for an enriched life.  We take pride in our mission and empower people with developmental disabilities to pursue their careers and interests in a wide range of settings. If you join us, you will use Customized, Community-Based Supports to assist adults with developmental disabilities in social, recreational, leisure, community and independent living skill development.

Primary Responsibilities:
researching and communicating information regarding community resources and other resources (i.e.: education, spiritual, leisure, transportation and medical); Assisting consumers and families through the access and eligibility process for public transportation and Para transit; Facilitating successful consumer participation in events, including staff training, community education, technology, and resource development; and Collaborating with Team Coordinators and staff to ensure consumer participation such as transportation, accommodations, etc.

Successful Candidates:
Will be Creative, person centered, detailed oriented, self starter, capable of multitasking, familiar with Montgomery County, willing to work in a high energy, hands on, have previous experience in community-based residential 24 hour 7 day a week program(s). 

Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED (AA preferred); a valid driver's license (or identification), a clean DMV record, reliable transportation and at least 18 years old; Current certification in CPR and first aid, BPS and Medication Certification preferred; Microsoft and other computer skills preferred; Previous knowledge of quick profiles, Behavior Plans, Individual Plan, etc preferred.  Some weekend work included.



SEEC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and is a drug free workplace.



Volunteer Opportunities:

No volunteer opportunities are available at this time. Please check back as this information is subject to change.



Human Resources Contact:

Jénel Warner
Employee Relations Manager
SEEC
8905 Fairview Road Suite 300
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
Phone: 301-576-9000
Directions To This Location

Employee Benefits:


SEEC offers a full range of benefits to its employees.

    Medical & dental insurance
    Company paid life insurance
    Generous annual & sick leave
    Personal leave days
    Paid holidays
    Pension plan
    Paid training
    Tuition reimbursement
    Credit Union membership
    Company-paid long-term disability coverage
    Flexible spending accounts
    Flexible & diverse work environment


Training:
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SEEC strongly believes in providing training opportunities for its employees to enable staff to learn new skills or enhance their current skills to provide outstanding support to consumers. Employees who directly support consumers are expected to meet established training requirements that might include (depending upon your position):



    DDA Basics (IDD 1 & IDD 2)
    Medication Administration
    CPR
    First Aid
    Behavior Principles
    Lifting and Transferring
    Bloodborne Pathogens

SEEC also requires all staff to participate in an agency Orientation, quarterly State of SEEC meetings, and periodic training on a variety of topics that enrich the performance and knowledge of staff.