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Job description
Hiring Employment Specialists to support Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Simi Valley, CA
Join the Team at the Institute of Applied Behavior Analysis!
Comprehensive PAID training!
Do you enjoy supporting and training individuals? Do you want to make a significant impact of positive change to the special needs population?
Enhance your career and join our community-based day services team! You can be a part of a rewarding opportunity to support adults with autism and/or other intellectual disabilities. We’re rapidly expanding and in need of new staff who are eager to grow with the company. Candidates can be experienced or IABA will provide training for highly motivated non-experienced staff! Non-degree holders and folks pivoting their career are encouraged to apply!
As an Employment Coach, you will have more than just a job - you will have the opportunity to directly impact someone’s life for the better! You will support individuals with disabilities and match them with activities, volunteer work, interests, and/or employment.
Every day brings a new experience and opportunity to learn, teach and support while promoting the success of full inclusion in the community! Your daily routine can include:
Facilitate meaningful community connections with your clients
Facilitate employment, volunteer, and life skill building opportunities
Support individuals at their places of employment, school, and throughout their community
Integrate clients into their community
Assist individuals in using public transportation
Provide transportation using personal vehicle as assigned
Support with personal care needs and restroom assistance as needed
Teach independent life skills
Increase helpful, adaptive behaviors
Have fun!
Rate: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Requirements
Possess a minimum of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Conduct themselves in a professional, responsible and reliable manner
Have the motivation to learn new skills and help people
Demonstrate honesty and respect
Adhere to written support plans for clients
Possess a reliable automobile and be willing to transport clients
Personal care assistance (restroom assistance/changing diaper, wheelchair assistance, comfortable with ADLs)
Prior training and/or experience in ABA are a plus!
CPR/First Aid certification
Negative TB test result
Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, and lift 25 lbs.
Successfully pass a Live Scan DOJ/FBI background check
Complete ACRE training within the first year of employment
Possess a valid California Driver's license and provide a current driving record issued by the DMV
Provide proof of current car insurance with name listed on the policy
Important Details!
Monday-Friday Schedule
Full-Time
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Required availability: 7 am - 4 pm
Ideal candidates:
Experience working with individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities
Prior roles as a CNA, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Case Manager, Caregiver, Behavior Technician, Behavior Interventionist, Job Coach, Life Skills Coach
Benefits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Mileage Reimbursement
Important information
This role involves unsupervised, direct support of children and/or adults in home, school, and community settings. Duties include implementing behavior plans, managing behavioral escalations, assisting with daily living needs, entering private residences, and accessing confidential health and personal information. Employment is contingent upon meeting applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include verification of education, employment history, credentials, motor vehicle records (if applicable), and other role- or state-specific requirements.
This role includes paid training and professional development opportunities, including required ACRE-related training and competency development designed to support success in employment services. Team members are required to successfully complete and pass all required training coursework, assessments, and competency requirements as part of the role within their first year.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
It is the policy of IABA to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
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Worksite address
simi valley, CA, 93097, US
Who can apply
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