Independent Living Skills (ILS) Counselor

Lifehouse Agency • Calistoga, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Lifehouse, we focus on helping each person we support have the opportunity to lead a full life in their community. Our Counselors build relationships with the people we support, ensuring they live full lives through assisting in day-to-day tasks, joining clubs, going out to eat, hiking, enjoying movies, going on vacations, and more.

Requirements

• Friendly, helpful attitude, willing to go the extra mile, and creative problem solving skills
• Openness to learn new tasks
• CA Driver's License plus 2 years driving experience
• Registered Vehicle with valid insurance
• Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish Language proficiency preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure independence for the people you support by assisting in day to day tasks.
• Encourage growth in independent living by training and facilitating skill development.
• Support community integration and development of social skills through recreational activities.
• Monitor and document progress towards goals outlined in Individual Service Plans, and updating goals at scheduled interviews or at agreed upon times.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and third-party agencies.
• Participate in team meetings and training as well as agency-wide training opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, starting at $21.50/hr.
• Medical
• Employer-funded HRA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• EAP
• FSA
• Retirement with employer match
• Pet insurance
• Vacation
• Sick pay
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) matching - up to 4% Match
• Dental insurance - 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Health insurance - up to 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Life insurance - 100% coverage of up to $150,000
• Paid time off - Approximately 80 hours (on accrual basis)
• Health Reimbursement (HRA) - $6000 per employee to cover eligible expenses
• Vision - $200 reimbursement per year
• Referral program - Up to $650 per referral!
• Additional Employee Assistance and Benefits Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed