Family Support Specialist

PathPoint; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick leave

403(b) retirement with company match

Wellness program with cash rewards

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

PathPoint is seeking a full-time, bilingual (Spanish-English) Family Support Specialist in Thousand Oaks, CA to coordinate services for adults with disabilities and help families access community resources.

You will advocate for individuals’ rights, conduct assessments, and assist in creating ISP and PCP, while liaising with agencies and providing outreach. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates-level degree or at least three years of experience in the developmental disability service delivery system.
• Knowledge of the Regional Center, community resources and support services are desired.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred.
• Comfortable with home visits and capable of designing and executing customized program curriculum.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, social workers, Department of Rehabilitation or Regional Center Staff and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Highly organized with strong communication and time-management skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and video meeting applications.
• Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
• Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services for adults with disabilities to develop proactive support plans.
• Advocate for individuals' rights and assist in developing ISP and PCP.
• Act as liaison with agencies and conduct outreach activities.
• Assist families in navigating community resources and services.
• Document assessments and progress to support person-centered planning.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Associates degree or 3 years in disability services

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Video meetings

Job description

Ready to embark on a career filled with purpose and compassion? Join our team and help families navigate life's challenges and help foster an environment where they can truly thrive!

PathPoint is seeking a full-time, bilingual, Spanish speaking (preferred) Family Support Specialist under the Coordinated Family Supports (CFS) services in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with a passion for advocating for individuals' rights and improving their quality of life.

Schedule: Monday-Friday (variable), 10:00am-6:30 pm, 40 hours per week. Flexible schedule, evening and weekend availability is needed.

Compensation: This is an hourly position starting at $25.25 per hour. The pay range for this position is $23.99-$26.51. The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors.

The Impact you'll Make:

The Family Support Specialist (FSS) works with adults with disabilities and coordinates services that help create proactive support plans for individuals and their families to continue living in their family homes, access their communities and teaches independent living skills. You will advocate for individuals' rights, conduct assessments, and assist in developing Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans (PCP). This role involves acting as a liaison with agencies and involves outreach activities.

Why Work At PathPoint:

• Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Flexible schedule
• Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays and sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like wellness program with cash rewards, Employee Assistance Program, and referral bonuses

What We're Looking For:

• Associates-level degree or at least three years of experience in the developmental disability service delivery system.
• Knowledge of the Regional Center, community resources and support services are desired.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred.
• Comfortable with home visits and capable of designing and executing customized program curriculum.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, social workers, Department of Rehabilitation or Regional Center Staff and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Highly organized with strong communication and time-management skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and video meeting applications.
• Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
• Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

About Us: PathPoint is a non-profit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and young adults in living the life they choose. Through strengthening workplace abilities, developing essential life skills, and fostering meaningful relationships, we serve communities in Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Pre-employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post-offer.