Individualized Home Support Specialist

About the role

As an Individualized Home Support Specialist (IHSS), you’ll provide personalized, one-on-one support to clients with diverse interests and needs. Your schedule is adaptable, typically in the afternoons or evenings, allowing you to balance this role with your other obligations.

Responsibilities

• Outdoor Adventures: Walks, bike rides, park visits, or nature trails
• Creative Activities: Cooking new recipes, arts and crafts, music, or photography
• Community Engagement: Attending events, shopping trips, or volunteering
• Daily Living Support: Assisting with routines, household tasks, and organization
• Fitness & Wellness: Supporting exercise, swimming, or mindfulness practices
• Technology Help: Assisting clients with apps, social media, or other tools

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 Years or Older
• Valid Driver’s License, Reliable Vehicle, and Auto Insurance
• Ability to Pass Background Checks
• Maintain primary personal auto liability insurance meeting required CSL limits and provide proof upon request
• Experience with Disabilities (a plus, but not required)

Qualifications

• Compassionate & Patient: You care about helping others thrive
• Flexible & Adaptable: Open to different activities and schedules
• Proactive Communicator: Clear and consistent communication
• Independent & Reliable: Can work with minimal supervision

Skills

• Flexibility
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Independence
• Reliability

Benefits

• Available to All Employees: Flexible Schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid Orientation
• Paid Training
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (with an average of 12 hours/week on a quarterly basis)
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
• Parental Leave
• Paid Sick Time
• Professional Development Assistance Available to Those Averaging 30+ Hours/Week Quarterly
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance
• 401(k) and 401(k) Matching
• Retail Plan

Pay

Pay Rate: $19 - $23 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Schedule

Weekly Hours: Part time - hours vary (morning, afternoon, evening)