Community Employment Advocate Employment Placement Agencies - Concord, CA at Geebo

Community Employment Advocate

Concord, CA Concord, CA Full-time Full-time $20.
50 an hour $20.
50 an hour 14 days ago 14 days ago 14 days ago Founded in 1965, VistAbility is a non-profit organization providing direct services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in 13 locations throughout the Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
We are committed to providing outstanding person-centered services to our programs.
Enjoy a work environment that emphasizes work-life balance and a culture of service.
OUR CULTURE OF SERVICE:
:
The individuals and communities we serve are the reason we've been around for almost 60 years! We strive to help each person become as independent and self-sufficient as they can be.
We invite you to experience the satisfaction and fulfillment of being there for the people who depend on you and working together with your team in a culture of service.
Position:
Community Employment Advocate Location:
Concord, CA Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00-3:
30 pm (37.
5 hours per week) Compensation:
$20.
50/hour
great benefits!
Benefits:
:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Employee Discount program for restaurants, shopping, travel.
.
even Disneyland! Paid vacation, Sick Days, and 11 paid Holidays plus a paid holiday on the employee's birthday.
Accrue 2 weeks Vacation:
during your first year.
Vacation accrual rates will increase with years of service! The Employment Advocate :
leads employment-related activities for small groups of Adults with Disabilities in the community.
The program participants decide the activities and services based around their personal goals.
While the focus is on employment, the purpose of the program is to foster skills in self-advocacy, self-sufficiency, and independence in all aspects of the participants' lives.
The Employment Advocate :
works with participants to develop appropriate work-related skills and behaviors while eliminating tendencies that have been identified as barriers to employment.
On a typical day, this position will:
Lead small groups of participants in community-based activities (ex:
volunteer work, paid employment, job exploration and training, mobility training, educational opportunities, and social skills training Assists participants in developing a schedule of weekly activities that reflect their interests, needs, and goals Assists in the development, implementation and review of participant program plans Monitors job placements and other community activities and provides support to ensure success Records and report writing Communicate with family members, care providers, case managers Develop and maintain community contacts Nice to haves:
- Bachelor's Degree -OR- experience in relevant field Knowledge of developmental disabilities Strong written and verbal skills Should be highly skilled in:
leadership or coaching, conflict resolution, time management, cooperation/teamwork, developing positive professional relationships Must haves:
Valid CA driver license and good driving record required Two years experience providing direct services to people with disabilities, or other social service settings One year of experience in a relevant field such as rehabilitation, retail, production, or food service.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.

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