Job Description

Community Support Specialist

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Community Support Specialist.

Position Details Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States Division Institute for Disability Study Position Type Staff Employment Status Part Time Grant Funded Yes Pay Grade Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).


This position is located in the Jackson metro area, it is a non-benefited part-time position receiving 12-16 hours of work each week. Community Support Specialists provide individualized, skill development training to persons with brain or head injury, neurological illness, or cognitive impairment in their own environment as well as volunteer environment.Services may include: assist to develop schedules, develop & modify compensation strategies, and assist with problem solving issues related to everyday life.Areas may include: development/implementation of strategies to address household management, meal preparation, budgeting, vocational/volunteer exploration, cognitive skill training, etc.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assists with development of
   daily activities schedules to include meal planning, meal preparation,
   exercise, grocery shopping, volunteering, recreation, ect.
2. Develop and modify
   compensation strategies.
3. Assists with developing
   problem solving strategies for the client to use to address obstacles and
   challenges associated with daily activities.
4. Assists with the
   development and implementation of strategies to address household
   management, meal planning and preparation, budgeting, vocation/volunteer
   exploration, and cognitive skill training.
5. Assists with
   transportation to and from appointments and outings.
6. Performs other duties as
   assigned.

• Experience with physical therapy
  and or coaching
• Skill in talking to others
  to convey information effectively.
• Ability to accurately
  prepare and maintain records, files, and reports electronically.
• Ability to communicate
  effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to maintain
  effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to understand and
  follow instructions.
• Ability to prepare concise
  reports.
• Ability to obtain a driver’s
  license prior to employment.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of
the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in
polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing
language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national
leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.