What are the responsibilities and job description for the Indpendent Living Skills Instructor Case Management position at ACTION INDEPENDENCE MOTIVATION SUPPORT?
Are you interested in a position that involves helping individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities live their ideal, independent lives?
OR
better said, are you someone who "adults" and are interested in helping individuals "adult"? That's what we do!
Does working for an ethical and informed company appeal to you? Do you want to be appreciated as an employee while you mentor individuals to achieve their goals? If so, then this is your position.
AIMS is an agency dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities to become independent and create whole lives.
This is a challenging and rewarding position that will allow you to tap your unique and creative talents to help persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities succeed. This is an excellent full or part-time position for students or recent graduates in Social Work, Education, Psychology, or other human services field. It is also a great full-time position for anyone interested in a career with an eclectic range of clients and services. We are looking for candidates who are eager to learn, willing to understand client choices and preferences, and advocate for their clients.
Our Independent Living Instructors support individuals with:
- Money management
- Medical, dental, and medication management
- Basic cooking and meal preparation
- Utilizing public transportation
- Locating affordable housing
- Obtaining and maintaining benefits such as Social Security, Medi-Cal, Medicare, etc.
- Community and Relationship Safety
- Household maintenance
Requirements for Employment:
Live Scan (criminal background check) fingerprint clearance
Valid California Driver License
Acceptable DMV record
Must have a reliable automobile, auto insurance and be willing to DRIVE OWN CAR (we reimburse for mileage)
Eligible to work in U.S.
Verifiable references
At least 21 years’ old
Proof of Vaccination
Benefits of Working at AIMS:
AIMS strives to be an environment that trains and supports its employees
We provide mileage reimbursement
Medical and Dental Benefits with 30 hours per week full-time status
Direct Deposit
Recognition for achievement and promotions
Referral bonuses for employee recruitment.
PAY:
$19.00/HR- $24.00/hour starting; depends on experience and education related to the field
LOCATIONS:
Concord, Walnut Creek, Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Concord, Pleasant Hill
HOURS:
Part-Time to Full-Time: Monday -- Friday 8:00am-8:00pm flex hours; weekend hours available
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Our Approach to Services
AIMS Independent Living Skills delivers a sincere and effective service to individuals with intellectual disabilities who wish to live in the community. We serve the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo. We believe that there is inherent potential in every individual we serve that may need inspiration or motivation to be sparked. The circle of support comprised of the consumer, the family/conservator, the regional center case manager and our agency help support the individual in drawing a roadmap to living independently, as well as the resiliency and problem solving needed for this endeavor.
AIMS prides itself on clear communication with the above identified support team and collaborative planning provide the dynamic framework to understand an individual's desires and goals.
Our instruction is comprised of methods to promote active learning with full participation and involvement of consumers. We never make decisions for consumers about what is best for their lives, rather allowing them to choose based on information provided by our instructors.
AIMS prides itself on clear communication with the above identified support team and collaborative planning provide the dynamic framework to understand an individual's desires and goals.
Our instruction is comprised of methods to promote active learning with full participation and involvement of consumers. We never make decisions for consumers about what is best for their lives, rather allowing them to choose based on information provided by our instructors.
Work for AIMS?
We are an agency dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities to become more independent and create whole lives. We are a growing company looking for Independent Living Skills Instructors.
Are you interested in a career that involves helping individuals live their ideal independent lives?
This a challenging and rewarding position that will allow you to tap your unique and creative talents to help others live and learn safe, independent living skills.
Are you interested in a career that involves helping individuals live their ideal independent lives?
This a challenging and rewarding position that will allow you to tap your unique and creative talents to help others live and learn safe, independent living skills.
Salary : $22 - $25