Independent Living Skills Direct Support Staff

AbilityPath • San Jose, CA

10d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

AbilityPath is hiring Independent Living Skills Specialists! This role involves providing services and teaching living skills that empower adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live independently as active members of the community. The position offers full-time and part-time schedules, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm, with opportunities in San Jose (South Region).

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

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one individualized coaching to develop essential life skills and live independently, tailoring instruction to individual needs and learning styles.
• 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, collaborating with team members, adults served, families, and interdisciplinary teams to set goals, track progress, and adjust plans as needed.
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices through exercise programs, nutritional guidance, and wellness activities, supporting adults with disabilities in maintaining personal health routines and making healthy choices.
• Support adults with disabilities to engage in recreational activities that encourage socialization, teamwork, and personal growth, including sports, clubs, pursuing interests, learning new skills, relationship building, social activities, and community events.
• 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 the 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree