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. This position earns a starting range of $23-25 per hour, with a flexible schedule Monday through Friday. 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. You will manage a caseload of participants of our Independent Living program, independently schedule and follow up with each person to ensure they receive the support needed to maintain housing or quality of life. 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 to travel within the Escondido to Vista area.
Requirements
- Knowledge of housing resources or willingness to learn
- Experience in accessing resources and benefits
- 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 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Independent Living program.
- Assist participants with maintaining housing.
- Help participants access resources for children at school and in the community.
- Assist participants in navigating housing assistance programs.
- Manage a caseload of participants in the Independent Living program.
- Independently schedule and follow up with each participant to ensure they receive the support needed to maintain housing or quality of life.
- 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
