Instructor

MERCEDES DIAZ HOMES INC • Burbank, CA

6d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working with intellectually and developmentally challenged adults in their homes and community, assisting them with daily routines and recreational activities. The company emphasizes a family-oriented culture and seeks individuals who embody consistency, curiosity, caring, and coaching. The position is for a day shift with specific hours from Monday to Friday, 11 am to 3 pm.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or GED equivalent and be at least 18 years old.
• Relevant experience working with Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, dual diagnoses, or forensic involvement.
• A current driver’s license and California automobile insurance coverage for driving a personal vehicle to and from various community locations either independently or with other team members, including Individuals.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
• Experience in fields such as Assisted Living, Behavior Aide, Caregiver, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Developmentally Disabled (DD), Job Coach, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Child Care, Elderly Care, Senior Care, Hospice Care, ILS, LVN, Autism, Special Education, Special Needs, ILS, SLS, Housekeeper, Driver, Cleaner, Home Health Aides (HHAs), Residential Care Facility Staff, In-home support, Med Tech, Personal Care Attendant, Day Program Staff or Adult Day Program.

Responsibilities

• Work with Individuals and their “circle of support” (social agencies, health care providers, etc.) and family members to ensure that behaviorally challenged and/or medically fragile Individuals can develop and/or maintain their own homes and daily routines.
• Provide first-hand training and developmental support across a broad spectrum of activities, including daily living skills, mobility training, developing coping skills, navigating the community, money management, safe self-medication management, and other customized interventions based on the Individual’s Service Plan.
• Document and complete all reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
• Engage in proactive and open communications with all key stakeholders, including recommendations for modifications, alternative training methods, or need for adaptive equipment, etc., to ensure the personal care and safety of assigned Individual(s).
• Participate in all required training, team, and company meetings.
• Take ownership of own behaviors and help coach others over time in how to effectively demonstrate the company’s C.A.R.E. values (compassion, adaptability, respect, and empowerment).
• Assist Individuals with various challenges, including intellectual, developmental, and mental health issues.
• Learn about different agencies and resources to provide support directly or indirectly to Individuals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans
• Vacation pay
• 401k plan with a 5% match
• Company-paid group life insurance
• Optional: additional voluntary Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-term Disability, and Critical Care Coverage
• Bonus Programs
• Education reimbursement
• Professional development and training
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (includes financial, legal, mental health, and wellness services and programs)
• Employee Discounts (for travel, sporting events, attractions, movie theaters, restaurants, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED