Resource Counselor
About The Position
Community Interface Services is hiring a Full-Time Resource Counselor to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence. Since 1983, Community Interface Services has been empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through individualized, community-based support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people thrive in employment, housing, community inclusion, and daily living. This position earns a starting range of $23-25 per hour, with a flexible schedule Monday through Friday. If you are interested in community-driven work within the Escondido to Vista surrounding areas, then become part of a dynamic team. As a Resource Counselor, you will work with participants in our Independent Living program and provide individualized, person-centered support to each person. This support could look like assisting with maintaining housing, accessing resources for children at school and in the community, or navigating housing assistance programs. This role is hands-on, one-on-one focused, and essential to improving the quality of life for those we serve. Since we support individuals within their own home or their community, there's expected travel within the Escondido to Vista area.
Requirements
- Experience in accessing resources and benefits
- Knowledge of housing resources or willingness to learn
- Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- A High School Diploma or GED required
- A valid California driver's license
- Reliable vehicle
- Insurance
- 2+ years of driving experience
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized, person-centered support to participants in the Independent Living program.
- Assist participants with maintaining housing.
- Help participants access resources for children at school and in the community.
- Support participants in navigating housing assistance programs.
- Travel within the Escondido to Vista area to support individuals in their homes or community.
Benefits
- Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Paid initial and ongoing training
- Mileage reimbursement for work related travel
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
- Professional development & internal promotion opportunities
- Employer‑funded retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
