Community Employment Advocate
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0 Antioch, CA Antioch, CA Full-time Full-time $20.
50 an hour $20.
50 an hour 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago Join Our Legacy of Care at Vist:
Ability!:
Since 1965, VistAbility :
has been a beacon of support, serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across 13 locations in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Rooted in a deep commitment to person-centered services, we have built a culture that values work-life balance and celebrates the joy of service.
Position:
Community Employment Advocate Location:
Antioch, CA Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00-3:
30 pm (37.
5 hours per week) Compensation:
$20.
50/hour
great benefits!
Benefits:
:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Employee Discount program for restaurants, shopping, travel.
.
even Disneyland! Paid vacation, Sick Days, and 11 paid Holidays plus a paid holiday on the employee's birthday.
Accrue 2 weeks Vacation:
during your first year.
Vacation accrual rates will increase with years of service! The Employment Advocate :
leads employment-related activities for small groups of Adults with Disabilities in the community.
The program participants decide the activities and services based around their personal goals.
While the focus is on employment, the purpose of the program is to foster skills in self-advocacy, self-sufficiency, and independence in all aspects of the participants' lives.
The Employment Advocate :
works with participants to develop appropriate work-related skills and behaviors while eliminating tendencies that have been identified as barriers to employment.
On a typical day, this position will:
Lead small groups of participants in community-based activities (ex:
volunteer work, paid employment, job exploration and training, mobility training, educational opportunities, and social skills training Assists participants in developing a schedule of weekly activities that reflect their interests, needs, and goals Assists in the development, implementation and review of participant program plans Monitors job placements and other community activities and provides support to ensure success Records and report writing Communicate with family members, care providers, case managers Develop and maintain community contacts Nice to haves:
- Bachelor's Degree -OR- experience in relevant field Knowledge of developmental disabilities Strong written and verbal skills Should be highly skilled in:
leadership or coaching, conflict resolution, time management, cooperation/teamwork, developing positive professional relationships Must haves:
Valid CA driver license and good driving record required Must have a car to use for work purposes with valid insurance Two years experience providing direct services to people with disabilities, or other social service settings One year of experience in a relevant field such as rehabilitation, retail, production, or food service.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
0 Antioch, CA Antioch, CA Full-time Full-time $20.
50 an hour $20.
50 an hour 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago Join Our Legacy of Care at Vist:
Ability!:
Since 1965, VistAbility :
has been a beacon of support, serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across 13 locations in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Rooted in a deep commitment to person-centered services, we have built a culture that values work-life balance and celebrates the joy of service.
Position:
Community Employment Advocate Location:
Antioch, CA Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00-3:
30 pm (37.
5 hours per week) Compensation:
$20.
50/hour
great benefits!
Benefits:
:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Employee Discount program for restaurants, shopping, travel.
.
even Disneyland! Paid vacation, Sick Days, and 11 paid Holidays plus a paid holiday on the employee's birthday.
Accrue 2 weeks Vacation:
during your first year.
Vacation accrual rates will increase with years of service! The Employment Advocate :
leads employment-related activities for small groups of Adults with Disabilities in the community.
The program participants decide the activities and services based around their personal goals.
While the focus is on employment, the purpose of the program is to foster skills in self-advocacy, self-sufficiency, and independence in all aspects of the participants' lives.
The Employment Advocate :
works with participants to develop appropriate work-related skills and behaviors while eliminating tendencies that have been identified as barriers to employment.
On a typical day, this position will:
Lead small groups of participants in community-based activities (ex:
volunteer work, paid employment, job exploration and training, mobility training, educational opportunities, and social skills training Assists participants in developing a schedule of weekly activities that reflect their interests, needs, and goals Assists in the development, implementation and review of participant program plans Monitors job placements and other community activities and provides support to ensure success Records and report writing Communicate with family members, care providers, case managers Develop and maintain community contacts Nice to haves:
- Bachelor's Degree -OR- experience in relevant field Knowledge of developmental disabilities Strong written and verbal skills Should be highly skilled in:
leadership or coaching, conflict resolution, time management, cooperation/teamwork, developing positive professional relationships Must haves:
Valid CA driver license and good driving record required Must have a car to use for work purposes with valid insurance Two years experience providing direct services to people with disabilities, or other social service settings One year of experience in a relevant field such as rehabilitation, retail, production, or food service.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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