Independent Living Instructor

DABS, Inc.; Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Part-Time

Hourly pay $20-$24

Job summary

DABS, Inc in California seeks compassionate individuals to provide life skills support to adults with developmental disabilities in Placentia, Buena Park, and Yorba Linda. You will assist with daily living tasks, accompany clients on outings, and help document changes in their status.

The role is part-time with pay of $20–$24 per hour, requires CPR certification and TB test, reliable transportation, and ability to pass background checks; some assignments may require driving.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required; resources can be provided.
• Recent TB test is required.
• Reliable transportation to and from work is needed.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and light housekeeping.
• Meal preparation and running errands.
• Assist with medication administration as needed.
• Take clients on outings and document status changes.
• Collaborate with a team of professionals.

Skills

CPR Certification

TB Test

Reliable Transportation

Pass Background Check

Job description

DABS Inc provides comprehensive life skills training to adults with developmental disabilities, especially those experiencing placement challenges across California. We develop placement opportunities in order to help clients achieve a dignified experience of living and thriving within a network of community support and outreach.

Our life skills training enables our clients to reach their goals, create lasting and meaningful relationships, and to gain access to opportunities for learning and community outreach. With guidance, our clients are able to make their own informed decisions based on their own needs and wishes without threatening nor restricting their independence.

What You Will Do

• Aid Consumers with everyday activities that include light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands, and helping to create or provide personal hygiene routines.
• Assisting with medication administration is at times required depending on the need of consumers
• Taking consumers on outings
• Tracking and documenting changes in clients’ overall status
• Working with a team of internal and external professionals.

What We Need From You

• Current CPR Certification - we can provide you with resources to complete this
• Recent TB Test - we can provide you with resources to complete this
• Reliable Transportation to and from work
• Some experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities would be useful but not required for anyone that is passionate about making a difference
• For roles that require driving, you will need to have a valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and insurance.
• Undergo federal and state fingerprint background check

What We Offer

• Compensation: $20- $24 per hour
• Part-Time position
• Paid Sick Leave

Where You Will Work

• Placentia, Buena Park and Yorba Linda area opportunities available

DABS, Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.