WorkFirst provides one-on-one, customized employment support services. We identify each person’s talents, interests, goals and abilities in order to support him or her to find a job that can be fulfilling long-term.
To be successful member of our team, you will be tenacious, outgoing and love working with people. You will have a desire to learn and believe strongly in diversity and that anything is possible.
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Basic Responsibilities:Mentors participants with intellectual and physical disabilities with co-occurring behavioral health needs and communication challenges, by providing 1:1 community and job site-based support, supervision and instruction to ensure successful transition into the community and workforce.
- Under the direction of a licensed Behavioral Therapist, implements behavior intervention techniques, provides feedback, and documents success. Effectively relays issues and concerns to the Program Manager
- Acts as 1:1 mentor to individuals moving from a locked setting into community employment. This includes on the job support, as well as building positive community routines
- Participates on interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individual goals, objectives, and schedules in support of a safe and meaningful life
- Diffuses crisis situations and provides crisis intervention, as necessary, in compliance with Easterseals policies and the standards of CPI and ProAct
- Identifies and implements alternative communication options and accommodations as needed
- Completes all required documentation and reports
- Utilizes public transportation or incumbent’s own reliable vehicle to transport participants as directed
Qualifications:
- Typically requires H.S. diploma or national equivalent and 3 to 5 years relatable work experience, or equivalent combination of training, education and experience to perform the job successfully
- Demonstrated proficiency in de-escalation, diffusion, and redirection
- CPI, ProAct, and ACRE certifications are required (will provide training if needed)
- Ability to obtain and maintain valid CPR and First Aid Certifications
- Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, with all levels of staff and the general public
- Ability to interpret and ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations
- Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test
- Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements
- Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration