Satisfactory completion of post-employment testing is required to maintain employment.

Pay Range:

$18.47 - $23.00

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Adult Skills Center (TASC) provides innovative and proactive services that empower individuals with diverse intellectual, developmental, and mental health needs to achieve their highest level of Independence and realize their greatest potential. The Employment Direct Support Specialist ensures assistance is provided as needed for program operations and clients, provides job coaching for newly hired clients in the community, and assists clients with adjusting/acclimating to their new job. The DSS works with Case Managers to identify challenges and ensure best outcomes for clients in their jobs.

Primary duties:

Direct SupportOrients clients to their work environment, including job expectations and safety proceduresModels and performs all job duties alongside clients in their employment setting to demonstrate proper techniques and expectationsMaintains professionalism by adhering to the client employers company policies, culture, and dress code (including but not limited to, non-offensive tattoos, non-distracting hair color/styles, non-distracting jewelry, etc.)Develops, implements, and follows a structured task checklist to ensure all job duties are completed accurately and completelyCompletes timely and accurate daily care notes and/or data sheetsProvides hands on training to support clients in meeting employer performance standards and productivity goalsTeaches, models, and reinforces appropriate workplace behaviors, communication, and social skills at the worksiteSupports clients in building and maintaining positive working relationships with coworkers and supervisorsProvides support, instruction, coaching, counseling, mentoring, and advocacy to ensure job successProvides ongoing coaching, guidance, mentoring, and advocacy to promote long-term job success and independenceAssists clients in developing individualized goals as part of their Individual Habilitation Services Plan (IHSP)Monitors client progress and provides support to help achieve IHSP goalsParticipates in the clients IPP meetingsParticipates and/or assists with facilitating employment readiness classes for clientsEnsures a safe and supportive work environment by following all safety and reporting procedures as required by TASC and client employers

Other Duties:

Perform other duties as assignedPerform other off-site duties as assignedParticipate in weekly meetings, trainings, etc. as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

Required to complete 40-hour ACRE training and obtain certification within six months of hireExperience working with persons with developmental disabilities desirable. Requires initiative, creativity and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Basic computer skills necessary.

After hours and weekend availability requiredMust be able to successfully complete First Aid/CPRMust have current California Drivers license/Insurance and clean DMVMust receive criminal record clearance through the DOJMust have reliable vehicle, proof of insurance, a valid California driver license and driving record acceptable to TASC insurance providerAfter hours and open availability requiredAbility to read, write and interpret documents in EnglishAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions in EnglishMaintain all certifications up to date

Physical Requirements:

Ability to drive company and/or personal vehicle for work, including transporting clients to and from work and/or appointments as needed, maintain valid drivers license and car insurance, if required to drive for position. Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits403(b) 403(b) matching Tuition reimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employerEmployee Assistance ProgramReferral Program After hours and weekend availability required