Residential Counselor, Adult Services
About The Position
Wayfinder Family Services operates the Davidson Program for Independence at its Los Angeles campus, a comprehensive residential rehabilitation program for adults aged 18 and older who are blind or visually impaired, many with recent vision loss. Participants in this program acquire skills in assistive technology, orientation and mobility, braille, and independent living. Each client works towards individualized goals aimed at fostering a confident transition to an independent life, education, or employment. The Residential Counselor, Adult Services primarily guides, assists, and provides services to these students. This role involves maintaining Wayfinder Family Services and Davidson Program for Independence (DPI) guidelines within the residence, overseeing and assisting with dormitory housekeeping, and supervising students in the residential setting. This is a part-time position, budgeted for 16 hours per week, with a schedule of Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
Requirements
- High School diploma required.
- Aptitude for and experience in social relations.
- Ability to work effectively with disabled individuals, and establish a household atmosphere.
- Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of three (3) years good driving history and must be approved by the agency’s insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles.
Nice To Haves
- Some college preferred
Responsibilities
- Orient students to the dormitory and other areas of the Wayfinder Family Services available to them evenings.
- Make certain all new students are on time for dinner and breakfast.
- Assist as required in serving meals and removing dishes after meals.
- Advise kitchen how many will be present for breakfast and dinner.
- Provide sighted assistance as needed.
- Regularly familiarize students with fire alarms, safety devices, exits and building evacuation procedures.
- In case of an emergency, call the appropriate service.
- Completes all accident and incident reports as appropriate.
- Assist students in planning and coordinating a weekly off-grounds community recreation night.
- Other duties as outlined in the position description.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
- 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%
- Employee referral program
- Education tuition assistance program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
- Flexible spending account (FSA) plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
