Individualized Support Specialist

Facilitate site-based and community integrated group learning activities and empower adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities

Personalized Participant Support: Provide dedicated 1:1 support to adults with developmental disabilities, focusing on community engagement, social interaction, and skill development in various settings (on-site, virtual, and community-based); Daily Living Assistance: Assist participants with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as toileting, eating, and self-care, while ensuring safe mobility using equipment like Hoyer lifts and wheelchairs; Behavioral and Skill Development Support: Use appropriate behavioral strategies and modifications to enhance engagement and support individual behavioral plans; provide coaching during volunteer work and group/community activities; Progress Tracking and Documentation: Monitor and document participant goals, progress, and achievements, maintaining accurate and timely records; Collaboration and Transportation: Maintain strong communication with families, caregivers, and community partners; attend trainings and meetings; drive agency vehicles to transport participants as needed

Requirements

Experience working with individuals with disabilities; Applicable work or volunteer experience; Valid California Driver's License/ID and license for at least 3 years if under age of 25; Clean driving record of 3 years (minor infractions ok); Proof of negative TB test results; Verification of occupational physical clearance; Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance; 18 years of age or job permit clearance; Ability to physically respond to adults with developmental disabilities; Ability to frequently lift, transfer, push, and pull up to 45 pounds, and jointly transfer participants (with peer support) which requires bending at the waist and knees; Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend frequently; Ability to walk for extended periods of time and support adults with developmental disabilities on community outings; Ability to drive company vehicles to transport participants; Ability to sit and keyboard as needed

Nice to have

B.A. in relevant field (e.g., Human Services, Psychology, Special Education) preferred

Benefits

4 weeks of PTO; 10 paid holidays; Medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire; 401(k) plan with employer match; Performance bonuses; Educational reimbursement for ongoing professional development; Mileage reimbursement