DSP, Independent Living Services
About The Position
Join the BuildAbility Team as a Mentor. Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk? Currently, we're on the lookout for Mentors to lend support to participants in our Independent Living Services Program. Our Independent Living Services Program serves adults with developmental disabilities at their homes and in the community to help increase or maintain their independence. Mentors travel to meet 1-3 individuals per day and provide one-on-one skills training based on their individual goals.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must pass a DOJ Live Scan fingerprinting background clearance.
- Valid California Driver’s License, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Willing to travel: up to 75%.
- Proof of two COVID-19 vaccination doses or submit a request for accommodation based upon a medical condition or deeply held religious belief.
Nice To Haves
- Fluent in Spanish.
- Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities. If you don’t have experience, we will provide on-the-job training. Some of our best staff did not have experience prior to being hired at BuildAbility!
Responsibilities
- Assisting participants in their homes with tasks such as budgeting, meal planning, hygiene practices, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Providing opportunities for the participant to develop socialization/interpersonal communication skills and practice self-regulation/coping techniques.
- Providing hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the participant's household tasks and assisting with further development.
- Advocating for participants' inclusion in the community and empowering them to exercise their rights.
- Use BuildAbility’s digital program to log the individual’s progress and performance.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation starting at $18.00 - $21.00/hour
- Paid Sick Time (56 hours)
- Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Opportunity for Career Advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
