Community Support Services Mentor, PT

## Overview Compensation Applicants bilingual are highly encouraged to apply, and may be eligible for higher compensation upon demonstrating proficiency in languages. This is an hourly position. Benefits include the following: - Flexible schedule - Access to healthy snacks, bottled water, coffee, and tea at the DSAW office - Ongoing training opportunities sponsored by DSAW - Employee referral program (employee will receive $50 if their referral is hired) - Relaxed dress code at the discretion of your supervisor - Annual offsite staff team-building activities - An amazing mission and culture! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. ## Description Position Title: Community Support Services Mentor - Work Life Balance Location: Greater Milwaukee County Area Reports To: Community Support Services Coordinator, Southeast WI Status: Part Time (1-19 hours weekly) Pay: $17 - $19/hour, depending on experience FLSA Status: Not applicable Are you looking for a position that brings purpose to your life? Would you like to wake up every day knowing that you are making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Are you ready to join a team that cares deeply for its staff and has an awesome culture? If this sounds like you, read on for an exciting opportunity to join us at the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin! Summary: The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin is a statewide, volunteer-driven non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and related disabilities and their families through awareness, education, information, programs, services, and exchanging ideas and experiences. DSAW provides programs and services throughout the lifespan (Parents’ First Call for new and expectant parents, children’s services, adult services, employment services, and aging services), as well as educational opportunities and events. We have an immediate opening for a Community Support Mentor to work one-on-one with individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities in their homes and the community. The Community Support Mentor provides individualized, person-centered support and works towards goals that focus on helping the participant become as independent as possible. For example, a Community Support Mentor might work with a participant on making a healthy snack, learning to count money, and safe internet use. This particular position will spend their time working one-on-one or in small groups with both children and adults. Daytime and late afternoon/early evening hours are needed. As a face of the organization, successful candidates will be highly positive, energetic, and have a passion for helping individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities to achieve extraordinary lives. Essential Functions and Responsibilities - Meet with the Case Specialist and the family to determine individual goals - Consistently model appropriate social skills - Support participants by practicing, modeling, and guiding them through real-life experiences - Research and have the ability to create necessary accommodations for life skills, including: personal hygiene, meal planning and prep, home upkeep, money management, and technology - Create modifications for the workplace, such as visual schedules or checklists - Maintain and model positive professional working relationships with participants, guardians, employers, and other significant persons in their lives - Provide family education to participants' family members and other natural supports - Advocate for participants as needed and teach a…