Direct Support Professional-Independent Living Skills Instructor
About The Position
JOIN OUR TEAM to provide services and teach living skills that empower adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live independently as active members of the community. ABOUT THE ROLE – What we value: Life Skills Coaching: Provide one-on-one individualized coaching to develop essential life skills and live independently. Tailor instruction to individual needs and learning styles. Independent Living: Collaborate with individuals served, interdisciplinary service team members and support networks to create goals, strategies and tools for personal growth towards independence. Person-Centered Planning: Partner with people served in developing and implementing individualized support plans. Collaborate with team members, adults served, families, and interdisciplinary teams to set goals, track progress, and adjust plans as needed to ensure each person's unique needs and aspirations are addressed. Physical Health and Well-being: Promote healthy lifestyle choices through exercise programs, nutritional guidance, and wellness activities. Support adults with disabilities in maintaining personal health routines and making healthy choices in their lives. Recreational and Social Activities: Support adults with disabilities to engage in recreational activities that encourage socialization, teamwork, and personal growth. These may include playing sports, joining a club, pursing an interest, learning a new skill, relationship building, social activities, and community events. Job Skill Training: Support adults with disabilities to explore career interests and develop pre-vocational skills to acquire a job and work independently. Celebrate Progress: Document learning and goal progress for adults with disabilities in case management system.
Requirements
- 1+ years previous work or volunteer experience supporting adults with disabilities
- Previous experience in professional settings and work environments
- Associate degree or working towards completion
- Valid California Driver’s License/ID
- Proof of negative TB test results
- Verification of occupational physical clearance
- Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance
- 18 years of age or job permit clearance
- Physical stamina to engage in domestic, job training, and community activities
- Ability to drive vehicle and transport adults with disabilities
- Lift up to 25 lbs. as needed
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one individualized coaching to develop essential life skills and live independently.
- Collaborate with individuals served, interdisciplinary service team members and support networks to create goals, strategies and tools for personal growth towards independence.
- Partner with people served in developing and implementing individualized support plans.
- Promote healthy lifestyle choices through exercise programs, nutritional guidance, and wellness activities.
- Support adults with disabilities to engage in recreational activities that encourage socialization, teamwork, and personal growth.
- Support adults with disabilities to explore career interests and develop pre-vocational skills to acquire a job and work independently.
- Document learning and goal progress for adults with disabilities in case management system.
Benefits
- 4 weeks of PTO
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Performance bonuses
- Educational reimbursement for ongoing professional development
- Mileage reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
