Independent Living Instructor/Mentor

~ INDEPENDENCE ~

WE LIVE IT

WE VALUE IT

WE TEACH IT

BEING INDEPENDENT IS WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT.

PROVIDING SUPPORT AND TEACHING THE SKILLS NECESSARY FOR BEING INDEPENDENT TO ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES SO THEY CAN LEAD SUCCESSFUL, INDEPENDENT LIVES IN THE HOME THEY CHOOSE. THAT'S WHAT WE DO HERE AT SPREAD YOUR WINGS ILS SERVICES. WE TAKE PRIDE IN THE DIFFERENCE WE MAKE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE WE SUPPORT AND SO COULD YOU. 

COME JOIN US AND BE A PART OF OUR SYW ILS FAMILY!

At Spread Your Wings LLC. we strive for excellence by teaching the individuals we serve the skills necessary to lead independent lives while integrating them with their community. This not only empowers them to easily access essential resources, but it also builds their self-confidence to be active members of their community resulting in opening up many new opportunities.

Our Values:

We at Spread Your Wings ILS Services believe that:

• Attitude is everything
• Adaptability and kindness are vital for success.
• Holding yourself accountable is not optional
• With teamwork comes strength
• Always strive for excellence

The Job:

Under the supervision of the ILS Program Manager, you will support and teach functional life skills to adults with disabilities that align with their individual support plan to help them grow in their independence and live happy, healthy lives in the environment of their choice. Advocacy, basic cooking, maintaining a home, managing medical appointments, healthy living, accessing community resources, community inclusion, and accessing transportation are some things you may be working on with your clients. 

This position manages their caseload while supporting and working with the individuals assigned to them while collaborating with families, service coordinators, and the individual's circle of support. Typically we meet with two to three clients daily in their homes or out in the community to work on their goals. This position requires you to transport your individual into the community for appointments and/or to run errands. You will also be responsible for writing progress reports quarterly for your individuals, as well as coordinating meetings with the local Regional Center and your client's support team.

Ideal Life Coach:

• Personable and adaptable to various personalities and lifestyles.
• Engaging, motivating, and able to think "outside the box" to solve problems.
• Dependable, able to work with minimal supervision, and hold themselves accountable.
• Takes initiative, is driven to succeed, and advocates for others.
• Picks up new tasks quickly and asks questions when unsure.
• Proficient with basic computer skills including MS Word and Excel. 
• Excellent Communicator in all aspects is a must.

We will train those with minimal or no experience in this field if your personality seems to be a good fit for the individuals we serve and our team.

* Must be able to pass a background check

Preferred Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A degree is not necessary. We are looking for those with strong values and a great work ethic, a welcoming, positive personality, and the drive to succeed.
• ILS, SLS, caretaking, CNA, history of working with children or adults with IDD or other disabilities.

We will train you on the job so you have the experience and the skills required to be successful in this field. 

Reliable and safe transportation, a valid CDL, car insurance, and valid car registration are necessary as you will spend 95% of your day in the field working with clients. The other 5% will be administrative, which will involve writing reports, documentation, emails, etc. Must be willing to drive within a 35-40 mile range to meet with clients assigned to you.

Perks:

• Monthly Mileage reimbursement
• Phone Stipend
• Paid vacation (full-time)
• Benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, travel insurance, and more..... eligible for benefit coverage in 30 days or less for full-time employees

Join a fast-growing company servicing a large portion of Northern and Central California and expanding to other areas with many growth opportunities. We offer several various services in this field to those in the community. Spread Your Wings LLC. Provides the following services:

• Independent Living 1-to-1 Services
• Independent Living 1 to 3 Group Sessions
• Supported Living Services (SLS)
• Behavioral Health Services
• Mental Health Services
• Day Program

Please apply to this posting or call our Job Hotline at 888-799-0089* and leave your name and contact information.

This position's starting pay range is from $21 to $22/hour, plus monthly mileage reimbursement.

Spread Your Wings is an EOE Employer

Salary : $21 - $22