Community Support Companion - Los Angeles, CA

Iaba; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in community support is seeking a Community Support Companion in Los Angeles. This entry-level position involves assisting physically and mentally challenged adults with daily routines and recreational activities. Comprehensive training will be provided, along with benefits such as medical insurance and flexible schedules.

Benefits

Medical and Dental insurance for employees who work over 31 hours

Mileage reimbursement

Vacation Time Off & Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience as personal care assistant.
• CPR certified.
• Committed to health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate meaningful community connections.
• Provide emotional support to clients.
• Teach independent life skills to clients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Compassionate attitude

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A.A. degree in psychology or a related field

Job description

Community Support Companion - Los Angeles, CA

Community Support Companion - Los Angeles, CA

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Comprehensive PAID training!

We are looking for a compassionate, people-oriented person to support physically or mentally challenged adults in their everyday lives. The fulfillment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpass the challenges of this job. If you're a caring, positive person who isn't afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience in positive behavior supports and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate.

Comprehensive PAID training!

We are looking for a compassionate, people-oriented person to support physically or mentally challenged adults in their everyday lives. The fulfillment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpass the challenges of this job. If you're a caring, positive person who isn't afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience in positive behavior supports and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate.

Your daily routine can include:

• Facilitating meaningful community connections
• Establishing friendships
• Exploring and participating in a variety of recreational and educational activities with your client
• Teaching independent life skills
• Increasing helpful, adaptive behaviors
• Having fun!
  
  
  

What is Supported Living?

Supported Living Services allow individuals with developmental disabilities to live in their own homes in the community, while developing independent living skills, creating meaningful relationships, and participating as active members in their families and communities.

Responsibilities

This entry-level position requires at least a High School Diploma and one year of training and experience in providing support services for individuals who are challenged with physical or developmental disabilities, or an A.A. degree in psychology or a related field.

• Able to support clients in their daily routines; including, but not limited to, nutrition, self-care, social, recreational, personal relationships, money management, etc
• Provide emotional support
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
  
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as personal care assistant
• Committed to health & safety
• Well-organized and reliable
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Positive and compassionate attitude
• Strong ethics
• Physical stamina
• CPR certified
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license
• Must have proof of auto insurance
  
  
  

Benefits

What we offer you:

• Rate: $18.00 - $19.50/hour
• Medical and Dental insurance for employees who work over 31 hours per week
• Mileage reimbursement
• Vacation Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Employee discounts; fun employee events
• On-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities
• 401(k) Plan
• A rewarding work environment
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Dynamic work environment, no day is ever the same as the next
• Flexible work schedules

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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