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Hope Services · 2 days ago

Community Support Facilitator

Santa Cruz, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$21.25/hr - $21.25/hr

2+ years exp

Hope Services is Silicon Valley’s leading provider of services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. The Community Support Facilitator provides support and leadership for consumers to participate in activities and receive services in community settings, ensuring their engagement and advocacy in the community.

Health CareMental HealthNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide group and/or individual support in the community as identified in the consumer’s Individualized Personal Plan

Develop opportunities for consumers to participate as valued and contributing members of the community. Facilitate and model interactive relationships with community members

Facilitate and develop activities to build relationships, skills, and experience in the community. Travel with and/or transport client throughout the local community

Develop and expand consumer participation in typical and generic community activities chosen by the consumer

Act as advocate on behalf of consumers served

Complete required forms and accountability documentation, incident reports, case recordings, IPPs and other required documentation

Maintain a professional relationship with consumers, family members and appropriate others. Represent HOPE in the community in a professional manner

Implement behavioral intervention plan when needed to assure consumer safety and promote learning

Coordinate consumer programming with Center’s activities, services, and staff

Acts as a mandated abuse reporter

Perform other duties as assigned, to assure efficiency of program services

Qualification

Community integrationCPRFirst Aid certificationAlternative communication systemsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsFlexible schedulingPositive attitudeTeamwork

Required

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus two years of related experience or an approved combination of experience and education

Possession of a valid California driver's license and clear driving record

A belief that all people are valued members of the community

An understanding of the principles of normalization and commitment to community integration

Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a member of the team

Excellent communication and documentation skills including use of computerized word program and database

Knowledge and understanding of alternative communication systems and assistive technology

CPR and First Aid certification (Hope can provide necessary training, if needed)

Positive and cooperative attitude toward a consumer driven service system working with developmentally disabled adults

Ability to be flexible with scheduling and work in a consumer driven environment

Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work with a diverse population

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

A comprehensive Scholarship Program

Generous Paid Vacation

Sick Time accrual plans

Company

Hope Services

Hope Services was established in 1952 to improve the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs.

Founded in 1952

San Jose, California, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.hopeservices.org/

H1B Sponsorship

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