Living Skills Instructor

Integrated Community Services; Las Gallinas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Commuter stipend

Cell phone reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Integrated Community Services in Marin County is hiring Living Skills Instructors to provide one-on-one support to individuals with disabilities, helping them reach personal goals and independence. You’ll work in diverse settings, using empathy, organization, and flexible problem-solving, with on-the-job training provided.

Positions offer either part-time or full-time hours at $22–$23.50 per hour, with shifts typically within 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy and comfort using Google Workspace apps.
• Ability to use Zoom to schedule, join, and participate in virtual meetings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; can independently manage a weekly calendar.
• Ability to track daily work hours, maintain a weekly timecard, and track mileage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid identification required; background check will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to work toward goals related to independent living and education.
• Provide in-home, community-based, and educational setting support tailored to individual needs.
• Support skill development for school participation, organization, time management, and self-advocacy.
• Manage a personal weekly calendar, schedule meetings in person, in the field, and via Zoom.
• Maintain accurate daily calendars and time records; document progress notes.

Skills

Google Workspace

Zoom

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Documentation

Attention to detail

Tools

Google Workspace suite

Zoom

Job description

Are you a curious, patient person who is a strong listener and has great judgment? You might come from a professional or educational background that is very different from this field, but if you love connecting with a diverse range of people in a dynamic, creative, and practical way, you will thrive at ICS.

You do not need prior experience in this field. If you bring empathy, flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn, we will support you with comprehensive on‑job training every step of the way.

ABOUT THE JOB

Living Skills Instructors provide one‑on‑one support to individuals with disabilities as they work toward personal goals, educational success, employment readiness, and greater independence throughout Marin County.

Support may include:

Cooking, household tasks, and self‑care

Organization, daily routines, and school readiness

School attendance, engagement, and transitions

Conflict resolution with roommates or peers

Transportation and community connections

Healthy routines, exercise, and social activities

Each day is different. You might start at 9 a.m. in the office checking emails before meeting a client in the community, or begin at home completing documentation or supporting a client via Zoom. Later, you may meet a client in the office or support them in a class at College of Marin. You will independently manage your schedule while staying connected with your clients and the ICS team through both in‑person and Zoom meetings.

This position offers part‑time or full‑time hours, with pay ranging from $22–$23.50 per hour, depending on experience and caseload. Shifts are generally 8 hours long, scheduled within the 9 a.m.–7 p.m. window, with both weekday and weekend shifts available. Work takes place at locations throughout Marin County. Specific meeting times and locations are based on each client’s goals, needs, and preferences.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The value of these benefits is approximately $1,650/month for full‑time employees

100% of health and dental insurance are paid for by ICS with company‑sponsored plans

Able to add spouse and/or family members, paid for by employee

Life insurance policy 100% paid for by ICS

Commuter stipend up to $175/month, depending on distance of commute

$50/month cell phone reimbursement

Paid time off each year:

Vacation accrual: 7.5 to 20 days, depending on tenure

Holidays: 12 days (10 company holidays, 2 you can use at any time)

Sick time: 48 hours (paid sick leave is provided in accordance with California law, and unused sick leave is not paid out upon separation)

Bereavement and reproductive loss leave: up to 5 days for each; 3 are paid

401k and FSA plan enrollment available

Employee Assistance Program available

Mileage reimbursement for travel to work sites

DUTIES

Partner with clients to work toward goals related to independent living, education, transportation, domestic skills, socialization, financial skills, personal health, hygiene, and community engagement

Provide in‑home, community‑based, and educational setting support tailored to individual needs

Support skill development related to school participation, organization, time management, and self‑advocacy

Independently manage a personal weekly Google Calendar, including scheduling and keeping track of client meetings in person, in the field, and through Zoom

Maintain an accurate daily calendar that reflects client sessions, meetings, travel, and other work responsibilities

Track daily work hours and maintain an accurate weekly timecard

Track mileage and other work‑related expenses and submit reimbursement documentation accurately and on time

Communicate with clients, families, and team members regarding scheduling, cancellations, and changes to appointments

Keep detailed progress notes after each session and maintain accurate digital records

Attend meetings with clients, families, schools, and collaborating agencies

Participate in staff meetings to discuss cases and brainstorm creative solutions

Model professionalism, healthy boundaries, and person‑centered support

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic computer literacy and comfort using Google Workspace, including Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, and Google Docs

Ability to use Zoom to schedule, join, and participate in virtual meetings

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to independently manage a weekly work calendar

Ability to accurately track daily work hours, maintain a weekly timecard, and keep track of mileage and work‑related expenses

Ability to independently schedule and coordinate in‑person, community‑based, and virtual client meetings

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Valid identification (Real ID, driver’s license, or passport) required

A background check will be conducted