Employment Specialist for Adults with Developmental Disabilities - South OC

About the role

We are seeking an Employment Specialist to work with adults with developmental disabilities in South Orange County, CA. The role involves providing support and facilitating meaningful community connections for clients.

Responsibilities

• Support adult clients with autism and intellectual disabilities in the community
• Facilitate meaningful community connections through employment, volunteer opportunities, and community activities
• Teach independent living skills and promote adaptive behaviors
• Provide transportation with personal vehicle and assist with public transit training
• Support individuals with skill building within their communities
• Encourage client growth in a fun, supportive environment

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable vehicle, valid CA driver's license, insurance, and clean driving record
• Comfortable driving clients in your vehicle
• CPR/First Aid within 2 weeks of hire
• Negative TB test result
• Complete ACRE training within first year of employment
• Able to physically assist clients as needed
• Personal care assistance (restroom assistance/changing diaper, wheelchair assistance, comfortable with ADLs)
• Prior ABA or human services experience is a plus!

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement

Schedule

Monday-Friday, full-time (8:30 AM-2:30 PM); required availability 7 AM-4 PM

Pay

$20-22/hour

Important information

This role involves unsupervised, direct support of children and/or adults in home, school, and community settings. Duties include implementing behavior plans, managing behavioral escalations, assisting with daily living needs, entering private residences, and accessing confidential health and personal information.

Employment is contingent upon meeting applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include verification of education, employment history, credentials, motor vehicle records (if applicable), and other role- or state-specific requirements.

This role includes paid training and professional development opportunities, including required ACRE-related training and competency development designed to support success in employment services.

Team members are required to successfully complete and pass all required training coursework, assessments, and competency requirements as part of the role within their first year.

Equal Opportunity/EEO Statement

It is the policy of IABA to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law