Careers at Cottonwood

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Cottonwood. Below you will find a link to download an application for employment, as well as current job openings. EOE.

Download Employment Application

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Applications are also available at the Cottonwood Administrative Office.

Cottonwood is an equal opportunity employer.

Submit Applications to:
Cottonwood, Inc.
2801 W 31st St
Lawrence, KS 66047
  OR
  Fax to: (785) 840-1516   Attn: HR

All salaries are dependent on experience and qualifications

Current Work Enrichment Services Job Openings

DEPARTMENT:  WORK ENRICHMENT SERVICES
JOB TITLE:  WORK ENRICHMENT SERVICES SUPERVISOR (2 Full Time Positions)

JOB SUMMARY:  This position assists persons with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities in developing skills that will help them to take a more active part in the  community, as well as lead a more independent life.  Such assistance includes direct involvement in providing exposure, advocacy, and training conducive to success in a variety of community settings.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. Must have ability to lift and carry as much as 35 lbs. and provide physical interaction as trained in managing behavioral issues. A valid class C drivers license is required, along with a driving record acceptable to Cottonwood’s insurance provider.  Must be physically able to evacuate consumers in the event of an emergency, able to intervene in the event of a physical conflict, and assist in personal care.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  WORK ENRICHMENT SERVICES COORDINATOR

THIS POSITION IS:  Non-Exempt

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  *1.  Provide continuous supervision to service participants to ensure environment is safe, clean, and                                            facilitated in a manner that promotes success.

    2.  Ensure that the services provided to consumers enhance the independence, self-sufficiency and        productivity of the persons served through meaningful activities offered throughout each day.
 
  *3.  Serve as a consumer advocate by preserving and promoting the rights, dignity, opportunities for choice, health and safety of persons served.
 
  *4.  Transport and supervise consumers in a safe manner to and from various community settings.

    5.  Facilitate relationships between consumers and the community as a whole by encouraging friendships, volunteer activities, and/or employment opportunities for consumers.

  *6.  Implement and document progress on specific training objectives/action plans developed through person-centered service delivery.

  *7.  Supervise employment and maintain all work and program related records. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring high quality in all products generated by Cottonwood.

    8.  Attend and participate in all meetings as instructed by the Work Enrichment Services Coordinator.

  *9.   Model appropriate work, community, and interpersonal behaviors at all times.

*10.   Assist individuals in their learning and employment experiences in accordance with CARF standards,  Cottonwood policies and procedures, and as designated by the Work Enrichment Services Coordinator.

*11.  Attend to the personal needs of consumers, including help with meals and toileting hygiene as necessary.

  12.  Assist in the development of enhanced service delivery and curriculum.

*13.  Participate positively as a team member by effectively working with persons of varying disabilities, education, personalities, and training.

*14.  Maintain positive professional working relationships with consumers, co-workers, supervisor, staff members, parents and community representatives. Present a positive, fair, and accurate image of the organization to the public.

*15.  Collaborate and problem solve with other interdepartmental staff in a professional manner. Promote team participation and negotiation and follow through with assigned responsibilities.

*16.  Establish and maintain a working knowledge of medications prescribed to persons served, including the reason prescribed, dosages and times, potential side effects, and medication changes.

*17.  Adhere to agreed upon work schedule, report for work punctually, and assure that absences do not adversely affect the timely completion of responsibilities and unduly burden co-workers. Accurately record hours worked on timesheet.

*18.  Demonstrate zero tolerance for abusive, neglectful, and/or exploitative acts towards individuals served. Report any suspected incidents according to Cottonwood policies and procedures.

*19.  Complete required training in order to maintain competency in position.

  20.  Perform other duties within the guidelines of this job description as assigned by the Work Enrichment Services Coordinator.

Current Support Services Job Openings

POSITION: Service Coordinator (Case Manager)
DEPARTMENT:  Support Services
CONTACT PERSON:  Dick Leines, Human Resources Director

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Services Coordination for children and adults with Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities.  This position coordinates and monitors the quality of services and resources.  This position also ensures the delivery of adequate/appropriate services (medical, social security, rehabilitation, mental health, school, etc.).  This position includes BASIS screening, plans of care, person centered support planning, attending school meetings as requested by parents, psychotropic medication reviews, behavioral supports planning, and assisting persons on your case load as needed.  
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and six months experience in the field of Developmental Disabilities is required.  Additional experience in the field may substitute for the degree at the rate of six months per semester.  A Good driving record and computer proficiency are a must.

DATE POSTED:  2/4/10                CLOSING DATE: 2/17/10

DEPARTMENT: Support Services             JOB TITLE: Support Services Coordinator/Case Manager
 
JOB SUMMARY:  Coordinates and monitors the quality of services and resources offered to persons served, ensuring the delivery of adequate and appropriate services, according to SRS, CARF and HCBS/MR Medicaid waiver standards/guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:  A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of at least six months experience in the field of services to individuals with mental retardation or developmental disabilities.  Special consideration will be given to individuals  that have extensive relevant experience in the field of services to individuals with mental retardation or developmental disabilities.  Noted experience may be substituted for any portion of a Bachelor's degree at a rate of six months of experience for each semester.   Must have a valid drivers license and a driving record acceptable to Cottonwood's insurance carrier.   Must be able to participate in specified targeted case management training, and registration as outlined by the CDDO & SRS.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Director of Support Services.

SUPERVISION GIVEN:  None.

THIS POSITION IS: Non-Exempt

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
*1.        Coordinate the development of the Person Centered Support Plan Process for each consumer on caseload.

 *2.       Ensure that consumer rights are respected at all times and informed consent is obtained, as needed.

 *3.       Coordinate the acquisition of community resources, as determined/recommended by the team. 

 *4.       Maintain quality of case records for those persons on caseload and keep all information, as defined by SRS, CARF, Ability One, and HCBS/MR Medicaid waiver standards/guidelines.
 
*5.        Assist consumers in obtaining appropriate financial assistance and benefits.

*6.        Serve as primary agency contact for guardians, parents, and families for issues regarding the consumer.

*7.        Assist and coordinate crisis intervention, and seek  professional service, as needed.

 *8.       Assist in seeking appropriate health and medical services.

 *9.       Assist with the Admissions and Discharge process of consumers on caseload.

*10.      Complete BASIS as outlined by SRS.

*11.     Develop, review, and update consumer plan of care.

*12.      Present positive, fair, and accurate image of the organization to consumers, the public and community representatives.
 
*13.     Collaborate and problem solve with other team members in a professional manner.  Promote team participation and negotiation and follow through with assigned responsibilities.

*14.     Communicate and document accurately, professionally and appropriately.

*15.      Document and submit billable services for all consumers on caseload, in a timely manner.

*16.     Work within prescribed schedule as approved by supervisor and complete responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner.

*17.      Serve on inter-departmental committees as assigned.

 18.       Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

*19.     Complete all training requirements for the position as outlined by SRS and the CDDO.

*20.     Complete registration process as outlined by SRS.

Current Residential Job Openings