1:1 Personal Aid

Pear VC•San Jose, CA

3d•$35 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

A family is hiring a 1:1 Personal Aide to support their adult family member who attends The Helix Adult Academy (THAA), a post-secondary program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, in San Rafael, California. The aide works on-site during program hours, helping the student participate in classes and activities as fully and independently as possible. The role includes hands-on personal care, such as support with eating, toileting, hygiene, mobility, and transfers when needed. The aide is employed directly by the family and reports to them. While on-site, the aide must follow THAA policies, procedures, and staff directives and work cooperatively with the Program Director and instructional team. Through consistent daily support, the aide will learn the student's communication style, preferences, and strategies for success, providing steady, respectful, individualized care. This position covers personal care and learning-environment support; it does not provide Adaptive Skills Training or execute individualized adaptive skills plans. The schedule is 30 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The work is in person at The Helix Adult Academy in San Rafael, CA 94901. Pay is $35.00–$37.50 per hour.

Requirements

At least 1 year of direct service experience working with individuals with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other special needs.
Direct experience providing personal care, including assistance with eating, toileting, hygiene, and mobility transfers.
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with the student, family, and THAA staff.
Patience, flexibility, good judgment, and the ability to remain calm when challenging situations arise.
Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to consistent daily attendance.
Physical ability to provide mobility support and transfers and remain active throughout the program day.
Verifiable background check required.
Ability to commute to San Rafael, CA 94901.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of special education principles.
Knowledge of positive behavior support strategies.
Background in behavioral health or social services.

Responsibilities

Help the student with eating and drinking at meals and snack times.
Assist with toileting and personal hygiene while protecting the student's privacy and dignity.
Support mobility, positioning, and movement around campus, including transfers when needed.
Encourage the student to do as much as they safely can independently.
Provide one-on-one support throughout the program day, including classes, breaks, lunch, and transitions.
Help the student follow classroom routines, directions, and schedules, providing prompts when needed.
Reinforce instructors' teaching and help the student remain engaged and organized during lessons and activities.
Encourage positive social interactions with classmates, staff, and community members.
Use calm, consistent, positive approaches to help the student manage stress, frustration, or changes in routine.
Keep the student safe and supervised, following THAA policies, safety and emergency procedures, and staff directives.
Maintain daily records of personal care, observations, and notable events to share with the family.
Share relevant information with the Program Director or instructional team when site assistance is required.
Maintain open communication with the family about the student's day and any concerns.
Protect student and family confidentiality and treat the student with dignity and respect.