Direct Service Professional (TDS & TDS /FLM)

THE ARC SAN FRANCISCO; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

THE ARC SAN FRANCISCO is seeking a Direct Support and Program Coordinator to empower adults with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will create tailored learning environments, design instruction methods, and coordinate individualized services, ensuring each individual receives quality support.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience or interest in working with adults with disabilities, and a commitment to person-centered thinking. A flexible schedule is required, as well as comfort with technology. Join us in making a positive impact in the community!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience or interest in working with adults who have developmental disabilities.
• Comfortable using technology like Microsoft Office and smartphones.
• Flexible schedule with early morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours required.
• Knowledge of person-centered thinking.
• Sensitivity to and respect for individual rights.

Responsibilities

• Create a learning environment for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Design instruction methods based on measurable objectives.
• Maintain records of client progress.
• Travel to client homes and community settings as needed.
• Coordinate individualized service delivery to clients.

Skills

Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities

Clear communication skills

Comfortable using Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Sensitivity to the rights and needs of individuals

Knowledge of person-centered thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smartphone

Job description

Overview

The Arc San Francisco is a non-profit service and advocacy organization for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo counties. We provide a range of services to support independent living, employment training, and community participation, with a focus on self-determination, dignity, and quality of life.

Position: Direct Support and Program Coordination (not required to reproduce strong formatting; keeping language exact as provided would be content in the job description). The role involves creating a learning environment for adults with developmental disabilities, designing instruction methods based on measurable objectives, maintaining client progress records, analyzing learning barriers, and developing alternative instructional plans. The position may require travel to client homes, work sites, or community settings. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating individualized service delivery and resource development for client-centered service needs.

Responsibilities

• Creates a learning environment for adults with developmental disabilities to function more independently at home, in the community, or at work sites.
• Designs instruction methods based on measurable objectives.
• Maintains records of client progress and analyzes barriers to learning; creates alternative instructional plans.
• Travels to and works with clients in homes, work sites, or community settings as needed.
• Coordinates individualized service delivery to clients and develops resources for client-centered service needs.
• Provides a range of services which may include, but is not limited to:
• Paid Work instruction
• Volunteer Work instruction
• Employment Placement & Support Services
• Mobility Training
• Sensory Integration Activities
• Social Activities in the community
• Academic Activities
• Behavior Plans
• Recreational Activities
• Artistic Development
• Leadership Activities
• Community Involvement (self-advocacy)
• Aging Support Services
• Housing Advocacy
• Independent Living Skills
• Supported Living Services

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience or interest in working with adults who have developmental disabilities at varying functioning levels.
• Comfortable using technology: Microsoft Office, smartphone, web-based time clock.
• Flexible schedule with some early morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours may be required.
• Knowledge of and commitment to person-centered thinking and inclusivity.
• Sensitivity to and respect for the rights and needs of individuals served; ability to relate to them as dignified and competent individuals.
• Clear oral and written communication skills.
• Valid California driver’s license, safe driving record, and current proof of insurability if driving on agency business.

Physical Demands

Repetitive keyboard use, phone use, walking, standing, bending, stooping, and direct client interaction. The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Arc San Francisco is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Arc San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.