Supported Living Empowerment Facilitator

East Bay Innovations•Oakland, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Support Facilitator (CSF) oversees a caseload of individuals with developmental disabilities in our Supported Living Services (SLS) program, and is responsible for managing their daily support. The Facilitator will advocate and support our clients to make informed decisions, participate in their communities, and lead meaningful lives of their choosing. The Facilitator will hire, train, and supervise direct support staff working with our clients in their homes, and complete administrative tasks as assigned. The Community Support Facilitator (CSF) will advocate on behalf of our clients and assist them to navigate government agencies and access public benefits. This position requires a collaborative approach to advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities, support them to be as independent as possible, and break barriers to ensure community inclusion. The Facilitator will have a strong support system within the agency, including a collaborative team of fellow Facilitators, an attentive leadership team, and ongoing training to promote growth. Since East Bay Innovations is a human services nonprofit with a commitment to social justice, the Facilitator will work with people who believe in advocacy and are passionate about our mission. EBI has been named a winner of San Francisco Chronicle’s Top Workplaces Award for 2023, 2024, and 2025!

Requirements

5 years experience working with individuals with disabilities
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Two or more years in human services, social services, or social work
Supervisory experience
Knowledge in Google Suite and Microsoft Office programs
Possession of a valid California driver's license, a driving record that meets agency standards, auto insurance, and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

Manage daily support for a caseload of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Advocate and support clients to make informed decisions, participate in their communities, and lead meaningful lives.
Hire, train, and supervise direct support staff.
Complete administrative tasks as assigned.
Advocate on behalf of clients and assist them to navigate government agencies and access public benefits.
Provide emotional support and companionship.
Assist with exercise and walking around their neighborhood.
Assist with connecting with friends and loved ones.
Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking meals.
Assist with light cleaning and house maintenance.
Assist with personal and intimate care (toileting and bathing).
Assist with wheelchair lifts and transfers.
Attend medical appointments, coordinating care, and other support as needed.

Benefits

Medical coverage for those working 30 hours a week or more, with two different providers for you to choose from.
Dental and vision coverage for both full-time and part-time staff.
Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care FSA, Commuter, and Parking pre-tax benefits.
Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free mental health counseling sessions for you and members of your household.
403(b) retirement plan.
Education Assistance Fund, providing reimbursement for tuition, fees, and supplies for education and self-enrichment courses.
Membership in the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021.
Many opportunities for training.
Paid sick leave for all employees.
Paid vacation for full-time employees.
Paid holidays for all Federal holidays.
Mileage reimbursement for on-the-job driving at the IRS rate.
Additional Language Stipends for staff based on language fluency assessment and client/department/agency needs.
Staff appreciation events.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility.