Community Engagement Aide

Company: Community Interface Services
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Community Interface Services are seeking a reliable Resource Counselor to join our team in our Community Integration program. If you are interested in empowering people and assisting them in achieving their dreams, read on about this social services position!About Community Interface ServicesWe are a local nonprofit that has been serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1983. At the core of our services, we believe that people with intellectual/developmental disabilities are in the best position to determine how they want to live, and that they should be valued and included in society. Key Responsibilities As a Resource Counselor, you will be working with one individual who is interested in participating in their local community. As you work together with this person, you will:

• Support them in exploring volunteer opportunities and their local community
• Plan social and recreational activities to expand on their network
• Assist with mobility training to increase independence in accessing the community
• Develop and implement a plan of direct support for their personal goals
• Document progress, work with a larger team to analyze metrics and determine future stepsThis full-time human services position works Monday-Friday from 9 AM-3 PM and earns a competitive starting wage of $18.50 - $20.50 per hour. Work locations include Oceanside and Vista. Why you would love working at Community Interface ServicesAs a Top Workplace voted by the San Diego Union Tribune for three years running, we are invested in providing our staff a positive and supportive work culture. We also offer additional benefits for the staff's personal well-being and professional development:
  • Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Section 125 Plan/Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid initial training and ongoing training
  • Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
  • Separate reimbursement for transporting the client
  • Professional development tracks and internal promotion opportunities
  • Company issued iPhone
  • Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • A unique retirement fund that we contribute to
  • Pay increase eligibility after 6 months
  • And so much more!Qualifications
    • College degree or related experience preferred, high school diploma required
    • Experience in behavioral support strongly preferred
    • Car in safe working order, vehicle insurance, Valid CA driver's license, and 2 years of driving experience
    • COVID-19 vaccine (and booster if eligible)
    • Ability to pass a criminal background checkReady to join our team? We value your time and have a simple one-step application available on our website. We hope you consider our nonprofit and look forward to meeting you!

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