Companion & Community Inclusion Partner

Hope Services; Half Moon Bay (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Services in California is seeking compassionate Companions to support adults with developmental disabilities in home and community settings. You will provide social interaction, daily living help, and transportation assistance to enable participation in activities and events.

Flexible hours and shifts are available. A high school diploma or GED and valid California driver's license are required, with background checks and driving record clearance.

Qualifications

• The Companion should possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent, plus related experience working with people with disabilities in a rehabilitation environment.
• Possession of valid California driver's license, clear driving record, and auto insurance are required.
• Completion and clearance of fingerprints for DOJ criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide social and recreational support to consumers in their home, neighborhood and home community.
• Provide companionship and friendship.
• Assist in the development and expansion of consumer participation in leisure activities.
• Ensure consumers integration into community activities, events and services.
• Assures a safe environment, provides protective supervision and advocacy.
• Assist with the development of a circle of support, build and maintain relationships with family, friends and neighbors.
• Provides daily living skills training and support, assists consumer in maintaining positive health and home.
• Provides transportation to consumer including public transportation, own car or as needed.
• Responsible for communicating all consumer related information to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Acts as a mandated abuse reporter.
• May perform other duties as assigned to assure quality services to the consumer.

Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Tools

California Driver's License

Job description

Hope Services in California is seeking compassionate Companions to support adults with developmental disabilities in home and community settings. You will provide social interaction, daily living help, and transportation assistance to enable participation in activities and events.

Flexible hours and shifts are available. A high school diploma or GED and valid California driver's license are required, with background checks and driving record clearance.