Independent Living Skills (ILS) Counselor

About the role

At Lifehouse, we focus on helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) lead full lives in their communities. Our Counselors build relationships with the people we support, ensuring they live full lives through assistance with daily tasks, skill development, and community integration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure independence for the people you support by assisting in day-to-day tasks
• Encourage growth in independent living by training and facilitating skill development
• Support community integration and development of social skills through recreational activities
• Monitor and document progress towards goals outlined in Individual Service Plans, and update goals at scheduled interviews or at agreed-upon times
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and third-party agencies
• Participate in team meetings and training as well as agency-wide training opportunities

Requirements

• You will make a difference and have fun while you work
• You will be part of a great team working towards integration and changing the perception of people with developmental disabilities in the community
• Competitive pay, starting at $22.50 per hour
• Outstanding benefits, including medical, employer-funded HRA, dental, vision, life, LTD, EAP, FSA, retirement with employer match, pet insurance, vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Qualifications

• Friendly, helpful attitude, willing to go the extra mile, and creative problem-solving skills
• Openness to learn new tasks
• CA Driver's License plus 2 years driving experience (Required)
• Registered Vehicle with valid insurance (Required)
• Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Spanish language proficiency preferred

Skills

• Spanish language proficiency preferred

Benefits

• 401(k) matching - up to 4%
• Health insurance - up to 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Life insurance - 100% coverage of up to $150,000
• Paid time off - Approximately 80 hours (on accrual basis)
• Health Reimbursement (HRA) - $6000 per employee to cover eligible expenses
• Vision - $200 reimbursement per year
• Referral program - Up to $650 per referral!
• Additional Employee Assistance And Benefits Programs

Pay

$22.50 per hour

Schedule

In person, Sonoma County