ILS Instructor / Independent Living Skills Instructor
About The Position
Independent Living Skills Instructors work one-on-one with people with developmental disabilities to empower clients to reach their personal goals of independence and community participation. The role involves teaching independent living skills in a motivating, personalized, and professional environment. Instructors will have a caseload of around 3-6 clients, with clients available throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. The position offers training and supports clients with goals such as money management, medical/dental/medication management, basic cooking, utilizing public transportation, locating affordable housing, obtaining and maintaining benefits, community involvement, and household maintenance. Additionally, ILS Instructors are required to plan and participate in at least one community outing per month with each client to support real-world skill building, social engagement, and greater independence.
Requirements
- A desire to help others.
- Access to a Reliable Vehicle
- Valid Drivers License
- Auto Insurance (100k/300k bodily injury liability)
- Pass a DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the fields of social work, social services, mental health, or case management.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy and downs syndrome.
- Backgrounds such as IHSS, IHSS Provider, In-Home Support Services, Caregiver, Home Health Aide, Personal Attendant, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Paraprofessional, Behavioral Therapist.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with people with developmental disabilities to teach independent living skills.
- Empower clients to reach their personal goals of independence and community participation.
- Manage a caseload of approximately 3-6 clients.
- Support clients with goals including money management, medical/dental/medication management, basic cooking, utilizing public transportation, locating affordable housing, obtaining and maintaining benefits, community involvement, and household maintenance.
- Plan and participate in at least one community outing per month with each client.
Benefits
- $600 hiring bonus ($200 after the first full week working with clients and $400 after the completion of 90 days).
- Health Insurance, Dental & Vision coverage
- Costco Membership
- Flexible Spending Account
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Employer Matching 401k.
- Full Benefits Package Up To $12,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
