Community Support Specialist

OPTIONS Family of Services
San Luis Obispo, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2024

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of other people? Do you wish you were spending your time making others' lives better instead of making money for other people? OPTIONS Family of Services, a local non-profit organization, strives to help people with intellectual disabilities meet their wants and desires as citizens within their community. We serve 200 people from Paso Robles to Santa Maria. Daily, we improve the lives of those we serve.

We are currently looking for full and part time staff to work with our individuals at our group homes in Santa Maria. Hours available are weekday evenings (2pm-11pm), and weekends (any time). Prior experience is desired but not required.

Community Support Specialists work in a home or community setting with up to 6 individuals with intellectual disabilities helping them learn to cook, clean and do laundry, as well as helping them to work on their social interaction and behavioral goals. They also provide support with other personal needs such as passing medication, budgeting, meal planning and preparation and hygiene needs.

The starting rate for this position is $20.50 per hour. Staff who have completed Direct Support Professional Training year 1 and year 2 through the State of California will earn $21 per hour.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Overnight shift
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Why do you want to work with adults with disabilities?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • California Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Required)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • San Luis Obispo, CA 93405: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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