Community Disability Support Specialist (Home Visits)

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc.; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California, Inc. seeks a dedicated support professional to assist individuals with mental illness, developmental and/or physical disabilities by providing home-based services and helping them access community resources.

The role includes planning, coordinating, and delivering person-centered support to improve outcomes. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, developing ISPs, collaborating with families and agencies, and ensuring safety through crisis planning and

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience working with individuals who have dual diagnosis.
• Experience with service delivery systems (Regional Center, Mental Health Services, DPSS, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Conducts home visits to individuals with behavioral/emotional challenges and significant medical issues.
• Develops an Individual Service Plan (ISP) and coordinates services with family and other agencies.
• Provides ongoing support to help participants achieve desired outcomes.
• Ensures health and safety through crisis planning and documentation of ISP/IPP.
• Coordinates and facilitates meetings; maintains progress for the participant.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

MS Office

Travel locally

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Easterseals Southern California, Inc. seeks a dedicated support professional to assist individuals with mental illness, developmental and/or physical disabilities by providing home-based services and helping them access community resources.

The role includes planning, coordinating, and delivering person-centered support to improve outcomes. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, developing ISPs, collaborating with families and agencies, and ensuring safety through crisis planning and