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ID
#17813448 -
Job type
Full-time -
Salary
$17/hourly, benefits, bonuses! -
Source
California -
Date
2021-08-03 -
Deadline
2021-10-02
Do Something That Matters – Support People to Realize Their Dreams!
California, Sacramento, 94203 Sacramento USAVacancy expired!
Do Something That Matters – Support People to Realize Their Dreams!
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In the role of Adaptive Skills Trainer, you will be part of a team that uses an innovative and person-centered approach to support adults with developmental disabilities leading productive and meaningful lives in their community. Southside Unlimited’s mission is to empower individuals who use behaviors to communicate their needs to reach their goals of active citizenship, personal progress, and meaningful work. Adaptive Skills Trainers work alongside participants as they volunteer in the community, and provide support depending on what each participant needs in order to live up to our mission.
Skills Required:
Willing to help people learn job skills.
Experience with different coping strategies to help reduce anxiety, fearfulness, or frustration.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside the box.
Able to break things down so that people can learn at their own pace.
Comfortable communicating with multiple members of a team and asking questions when things don’t make sense.
Basic knowledge of computers and familiarity with word processing.
Required to Work:
A reliable vehicle that seats up to 3 additional people and a DMV record with no more than 3 points in the last 4 years.
Driver’s License, proof of car insurance and vehicle registration
CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Clear a background check
Personality Characteristics Needed:
Organized - able to multi-task and work with up to 3 people at a time.
Assertive - able to ask for help when needed
Good Judgement and sense of morality when working with people who may not be able to speak up for themselves.
Creative thinkers – willing to bring your unique talents and share them (i.e. crafters, gardening, musicians, artists, etc)
A good sense of humor – able to see the brighter side of things.
Salary: $17/hour (guaranteed 36 hours/week) with bonuses & increases after 1, 3, and 5 years, health/dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement
Hours: Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30 am-4:00 pm, ability to do paperwork from home
Location: Adaptive Skills Trainers work in the field at sites located in Sacramento/West Sacramento/Elk Grove/Galt or Auburn
Southside values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information about Southside Unlimited and the full job description, visit our website at www.southsideunlimited.com and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/southsideartcenter/?fref=ts
Fax or email a resume and cover letter to:
David Tibbs, Director of Programs
Fax: 888-458-5594
Vacancy expired!