Life Skills Instructor

Proper Solutions; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Solutions is seeking a compassionate Temporary Life Skills Instructor to support clients living independently in their homes across the community in Palm Desert, CA. You will help clients achieve ISP goals and develop skills for independence and safety, with a focus on dignity and personal growth.

The ideal candidate will have a year of experience with individuals with disabilities, a valid CA driver license, and current First Aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid California Driver License required.
• Clean DMV record required.
• Clear background check required.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification required.
• Valid vehicle insurance required.
• Must have reliable personal transportation and be willing to use your own vehicle to provide services in the community.

Responsibilities

• Comply with assigned client caseload responsibilities and participate in required meetings.
• Provide individualized services designed to address goals in each client's ISP.
• Provide structured life-skills training to promote independence and safety.
• Assist clients in connecting with community resources.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, families, and support teams.
• Observe, evaluate, and report any situation endangering client health or safety.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain current and accurate client records and documentation.
• Provide documentation for audits, including billing, notes, mileage, and budgets.
• Attend mandatory monthly staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct while representing the organization.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Reliability

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a local non-profit, is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and professional Temporary Life Skills Instructor (LSI) to provide individualized support to clients living independently in their own homes throughout the community. The Life Skills Instructor will work directly with clients to help them achieve the goals outlined in their Individual Support Plan (ISP) and develop the skills necessary to live successfully and safely in their community. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping individuals with live more independently. The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, reliability, good judgment, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to client dignity, safety, and personal growth. The LSI must be willing to participate in ongoing training, complete all required documentation accurately and on time, and be accessible 24/7 in the event of an emergency.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Comply with all assigned client caseload responsibilities and participate in required meetings, including Introductory Meetings and IRC Quarterly, Annual, and IDT meetings.
• Provide effective, individualized services designed to address and fulfill areas of desired growth identified in each client's Individual Support Plan.
• Provide structured, applied life-skills training to promote independence, safety, and an improved quality of life.
• Assist clients in developing and maintaining strong support systems and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, families, support teams, and funding agencies.
• Observe, evaluate, and promptly report any situation that may endanger the health, safety, or well-being of a client.
• Complete and submit all required departmental paperwork accurately and within established deadlines.
• Maintain current and accurate client records and documentation.
• Provide all documentation required for IRC audit preparation, including original client billing, ongoing notes, mileage, medical documentation, and budgets.
• Required documentation must be submitted before 10:00 a.m. on the first day of each month.
• Attend and participate in all mandatory monthly staff meetings, safety trainings, and one-on-one client progress updates.
• Maintain frequent and effective communication with Program Managers and Case Managers regarding client needs, progress, concerns, and changes in circumstances.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable HIPAA requirements and Employee Handbook policies.
• Conduct oneself in a courteous, professional, and respectful manner at all times.
• Maintain professional appearance and behavior while representing the organization.
• Participate in ongoing and required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Valid California Driver License required.
• Clean DMV record required.
• Clear background check required.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification required.
• Valid vehicle insurance required.
• Proof of current vehicle registration required.
• Must have reliable personal transportation and be willing to use your own vehicle to provide services in the community.
• Must be willing and able to attend all required safety and training classes.
• Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the support team.
• Must be dependable, professional, compassionate, and committed to promoting client independence.
• Must be available 24/7 for emergency response related to assigned clients.

Full-time Pay = $20/hr (DOE)