Community Living Counselor/Tailored Day Worker

HOME OF GUIDING HANDS CORPORATION•El Cajon, CA

47d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Join the dedicated team at Home of Guiding Hands as a Community Living Counselor/Tailored Day Worker and help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities unlock their full potential and live more independently. As a Community Living Counselor/Tailored Day Worker, you won't just have a job—you'll have the chance to be a guide, a mentor, and a friend. As a Community Living Counselor, your primary role is to empower clients to achieve their goals. This is a hands-on position where you'll make a positive impact every day.

Requirements

Education: Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Eligibility: Must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire and be able to receive a criminal record clearance from the DOJ.
Transportation: Must have a valid California Driver’s license, a clean driving record, and at least 2 years of licensed driving experience. You will need a safe and reliable vehicle to transport clients and must maintain current, adequate auto insurance.
Certifications: Must have CPR/First Aid certification. If you don't have it, we'll provide the training for you.
Communication Skills: Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English proficiently.
Tech Savvy: Must be comfortable accessing websites and apps, logging into web-based platforms, and using email and text messaging to send and receive information.
Relationship Building: Ability to form positive, supportive, and professional working relationships.
Individualized Support: Capable of meeting clients' needs in a personalized way.
Independence: A self-starter who can complete assignments without constant supervision.
Judgment: Possesses good judgment and decision-making skills.
Reliability: Highly reliable and follows through on commitments.
Time Management: Able to effectively organize your time and prioritize your schedule

Nice To Haves

While not required, experience working with people with special needs (personal, volunteer, or paid) is a plus. Experience navigating community resources like Social Security, Section 8, and Medi-Cal is also a bonus.

Responsibilities

Goal-Oriented Support: Schedule, plan, and conduct visits with assigned clients to carry out their personalized goals (Individual Service Plan - ISP).
Life Skills Training: Provide one-on-one training in essential life skills, including:
Paying bills and budgeting
Grocery shopping, cooking, and meal preparation
Accessing medical and dental services
Laundry and household management
Navigating government benefits
Building healthy relationships and ensuring personal safety
Client Advocacy & Planning:
Collaborate with clients to develop their goals.
Prepare and update ISP reports on a semi-annual basis.
Schedule and attend ISP meetings, serving as a strong advocate for your client's needs and wishes.
Team Communication: Maintain ongoing communication with the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective program services.
Documentation: Keep required client and program documentation up-to-date and accurate.
Community Travel: Travel throughout San Diego or Imperial County to meet with clients in their family homes and other community locations.