Vocational Innovations is looking for dependable, compassionate, and motivated individuals to join our team as a Program Aide. If you enjoy helping others, are patient and supportive, and want a career where your work makes a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Pay:

$18.75/hour

Status:

Full-time, 30+ hours per week

Schedule:

Monday-Friday; start times vary based on the needs of the site

Location:

1524 E. Mayfair Ave., Orange, CA 92867 About the Position As a Program AIde, you'll provide hands-on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll help individuals increase their independence, develop important life and employment skills, participate in their communities, and work toward their individual goals. This is an active, hands-on role that is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in making a positive difference in the lives of others. What You'll Do In this position, you will: Provide direct supervision, assistance, and support to clients throughout the day. Encourage and promote client independence, skill development, and participation in the community. Assist clients with arrival, departure, and daily transitions. Provide individualized, person-centered activities based on each client's needs and abilities. Assist with activities of daily living, including toileting, hygiene, mobility, and personal care while always maintaining client dignity and privacy. Implement Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and help clients develop and strengthen new skills. Follow individual care plans, medical protocols, dietary restrictions, and risk assessments. Implement approved behavior support strategies. Accompany and support clients during community outings, volunteer activities, and employment opportunities. Transport clients when assigned and follow all agency pick-up and drop-off procedures. Complete required documentation, including progress notes, behavioral and skills data, incident reports, body checks, and community outing documentation. Respond appropriately to behavioral crises and medical emergencies by following approved procedures and training. Communicate and work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, caregivers, and other members of each client's support team. Attend and participate in required staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities. What We're Looking For We're looking for candidates who have: A high school diploma or equivalent . The ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Good judgment and the ability to follow established procedures. The ability to maintain client confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries. The ability to work independently while also contributing positively as part of a team. A valid California Driver License and acceptable driving record when transportation duties are assigned. Training & Development You don't have to know everything on day one. Vocational Innovations provides required training to help you succeed in the role, including: CPR Training ProACT Training 40 hours of RBT training , which must be completed within the first year of employment. RBT training may be completed on weekends, off-site and/or on-site. Physical Requirements This is an active, hands-on position.

Employees must be able to:

Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, reach, and lift throughout the workday. Assist clients with mobility and personal care. Lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds . Safely operate agency vehicles when assigned. Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Work Environment Program Aides work in day program settings, transportation environments, and throughout the community while supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position may involve working with individuals who experience challenging behaviors or medical emergencies. Employees are expected to follow established safety procedures, client plans, agency policies, licensing requirements, and all applicable regulations. Why Join Vocational Innovations? If you're patient, dependable, compassionate, and motivated to help others , this is an opportunity to do work that truly matters. You'll have the opportunity to help individuals build greater independence, develop meaningful skills, and participate more fully in their communities. Vocational Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:

$18.75 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 - 35.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): As a licensed facility, all of our employees are required to pass a background check, health screening, and drug testing (including marijuana). Would you be comfortable with meeting these requirements? For insurance eligibility purposes, please confirm that you are at least 25 years of age and indicate the total number of years of your driving experience. Are you willing to transport clients in your personal vehicle? Company meetings are 3pm to 4pm once a month and some Saturday trainings. All dates will be given in advance. Will you be able to attend all meetings and trainings?

Work Location:

In person