Happiness Bag Home and Community Support Professional

Happiness Bag Home and Community Support Professional

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All student employees will be required to submit employment verification documents on their first day of work. For a list of acceptable documentation, follow this link: student-employment-list-of-acceptable-documents.pdf  

Position Details

Position Details

Student Employment Enrollment Requirements	Indiana State University student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
Comments to Applicants	All student employees will be required to submit employment verification documents on their first day of work. For a list of acceptable documentation, follow this link: student-employment-list-of-acceptable-documents.pdf
Notice of Vacancy Number	ST2600250
Job Title	Happiness Bag Home and Community Support Professional
Job Category	Community Works
Job Type	Regular Student Jobs
Position Class Code	82100 - Student - Unrestricted
Student Pay Grade	999
Hourly Wage/Salary	$14.00
Job Summary/Basic Function	Happiness Bag Home and Community Support Professionals will work directly with the program participants, providing supports during their daily routine to include, but not be limited to: assistance with activities; personal care; feeding; health & well-being. They also provide oversight to ensure safety of the program participants.
Specific Responsibilities
Work Schedule	Flexible with students class schedule. Work schedule will be determined by student availability and department needs.
Desired Start Date	09/30/2026
Open Date	09/23/2026
Close Date	10/23/2026
Required Relevant Education & Experience	High School diploma or GED
Required Field(s) of Study	N/A
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience	Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities
Supervisory Responsibilities	This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Creativity and ability to “think outside the box” Patience Willing to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
NCAA Guidelines	All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department. No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee the safety and well-being of every individual enrolled in the Adult Day Care program. Assist participants, utilizing physical and/or verbal prompts, dependent upon abilities and capabilities, with hygiene, meals, daily living skills, etc. Ensure that the rights and responsibilities of all participants are being strictly adhered to. Maintain and comply with all HIPAA guidelines and Happiness Bag, Inc. policies and procedures regarding privacy and confidentiality. Work with and support the employees leading activities to ensure that the participants are as active and involved as they possibly can be in the activity. Provide daily documentation, goal tracking, general notes, etc. in assigned participant files and participant “travel” journals. Assist in the proper and (age) appropriate implementation of the Agency behavior. modification program, as well as follow the plans established by the participant’s individual Behavior Management Specialist, when applicable. Assist with summer camp activities including field trips and other various tasks. Supervise children from ages K-5th grade. 300-hour positions available. Must be willing to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.

Career Readiness Competencies

o Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in the process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.


o Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.


o Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.


o Digital Technology: Select and use appropriate technology to accomplish a given task. The individual is also able to apply computing skills to solve problems.


o Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.


o Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.


o Career and Self Development: Identify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.


o Equity and Inclusion: Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. The individual demonstrates openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences.

Career Competencies

Competency:	Professionalism/Work Ethic

Competency:	Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

Competency:	Oral/Written Communications

Competency:	Teamwork/Collaboration

Competency:	Leadership

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Are you currently in good conduct standing with the University?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Are you currently in good academic standing with the University?
   • Yes
   • No
3. Do you have reliable transportation?
   • Yes
   • No
4. Do you have a federal work study award for the current academic year?
   • Yes
   • No