Resource Counselor

Community Interface Services; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Community Interface Services in Escondido, CA seeks a Full-Time Resource Counselor to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence. The role emphasizes building relationships and delivering person-centered housing and community support, with travel within the Escondido–Vista area.

The position offers a starting wage of $23–$25 per hour, with a Monday–Friday flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-centered support to each participant.
• Assist with housing, school resources, and community services for participants.
• Travel within the Escondido–Vista area to support individuals in their homes and community.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Community Interface Services is hiring a Full-Time Resource Counselor to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence. If you're passionate about helping others, building strong relationships, and growing in the social services field, this is the best fit for you!

About Us

Since 1983, Community Interface Services has been empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through individualized, community-based support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people thrive in employment, housing, community inclusion, and daily living.

This position earns a starting range of $23-25 per hour, with a flexible schedule Monday through Friday. If you are interested in community-driven work within the Escondido to Vista surrounding areas, then become part of a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

As a Resource Counselor, you will work with participants in our Independent Living program and provide individualized, person-centered support to each person. This support could look like assisting with maintaining housing, accessing resources for children at school and in the community, or navigating housing assistance programs.

This role is hands-on, one-on-one focused, and essential to improving the quality of life for those we serve. Since we support individuals within their own home or their community, there's expected travel within the Escondido to Vista area.

Why you will love working with us

Community Interface Services has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the San Diego Union-Tribune for six consecutive years. We value independence, inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth.

The ideal Candidate will have:

• Experience in accessing resources and benefits
• Knowledge of housing resources or willingness to learn
• Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• A High School Diploma or GED required(bachelor'sdegree preferred)
• A valid California driver's license, reliable vehicle, insurance, and 2+ years of driving experience

Our Benefits Include:

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Paid initialand ongoingtraining
• Mileage reimbursementfor work related travel
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
• Professional development & internal promotion opportunities
• Employer‑funded retirement plan
• And much more!