Community Engagement Facilitator

Hope Services; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Sick time accrual

Job summary

Hope Services in California is seeking a dedicated role to provide community-based support and leadership for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. The position emphasizes client-centered planning and collaboration with families, staff, and community partners.

The role focuses on facilitating participation, advocacy, and safety within community settings. A valid CA driver’s license and related experience are required, with training available as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus two years of related experience or an approved combination of experience and education.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and clear driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certification (Hope can provide necessary training, if needed).

Responsibilities

• Provide group and/or individual support in the community as identified in the consumer’s IPP.
• Develop opportunities for consumers to participate as valued and contributing members of the community. Facilitate and model interactive relationships with community members.
• Facilitate and develop activities to build relationships, skills, and experience in the community. Travel with and/or transport client throughout the local community.
• Develop and expand consumer participation in typical and generic community activities chosen by the consumer.
• Act as advocate on behalf of consumers served.
• Complete required forms and accountability documentation, incident reports, case recordings, IPPs and other required documentation.
• Maintain a professional relationship with consumers, family members and appropriate others. Represent HOPE in the community in a professional manner.
• Implement behavioral intervention plan when needed to assure consumer safety and promote learning.
• Coordinates consumer programming with Center’s activities, services, and staff.
• Acts as a mandated abuse reporter.
• Perform other duties as assigned, to assure efficiency of program services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

CPR/First Aid certified

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Database familiarity

Job description

Hope Services in California is seeking a dedicated role to provide community-based support and leadership for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. The position emphasizes client-centered planning and collaboration with families, staff, and community partners.

The role focuses on facilitating participation, advocacy, and safety within community settings. A valid CA driver’s license and related experience are required, with training available as needed.