Community Day Program Staff
Company: East Bay Innovations
Location: Richmond
Posted on: March 13, 2023
Job Description:
Community Day Program - Part Time or Full TimeAre you looking to
gain experience in the non-profit sector, social work, social
services, occupational therapy, mental health, or healthcare? If
so, then East Bay Innovations (EBI) is where you want to be! -Our
Community Day Support (CDS) program is seeking an energetic,
fun-loving person to support young adults with disabilities to
participate in a variety of activities and classes in the
community.About Our Organization: Established in 1994, East Bay
Innovations (EBI) is a nonprofit human services organization that
supports people with developmental disabilities, such as
intellectual disabilities, autism, and cerebral palsy. Our person
centered services support people to live in their own homes, make
choices about how they live, work in jobs of their choosing, and
enjoy being part of their communities. We seek to further the human
rights and empowerment of people with disabilities, and hire people
who care about social justice and want to make a difference in the
lives of others. -ABOUT THE POSITION:Our Community Day Support
(CDS) program offers one-on-one support to adults with
disabilities. You and your client will be participating in a lot of
fun activities throughout the community. Swimming, ice skating,
bicycling, gardening, art, music, dance and cooking are just some
of the great things you will get to do together.At times it will be
just you and your client out in the community together, and
sometimes you will join up with other CDS participants and staff
for group activities. It is a lively, diverse crowd with a wide
range of amazing personalities, interests and skills.This job is
perfect for you if you are interested in:
Having an exciting and diverse work
weekBreaking down barriers to community participation for
individuals with disabilitiesBuilding meaningful, lasting
relationshipsTasks:Daily tasks may include:
Assisting with community
accessUtilizing public transportation with clientsParticipating in
a variety of community eventsProviding emotional support and
companionshipProviding personal/intimate careAssisting with
wheelchair transfersSkills and Requirements:
Strong belief in choice and
empowerment for persons with developmental disabilitiesComfortable
with providing personal caregivingHigh level of accountability and
dependabilityFlexibility and a willingness to problem-solve and
learn as you goWork Schedule:Shifts are during the day between 9am
and 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, and currently require staff to
travel to the Oakland/Berkeley/Emeryville area. For full time
positions, staff must be willing to work at least one shift per
week on evenings or weekends to get to full time hours.Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided to all staff and clients.
This includes face masks, face shields, gloves, disinfectant, hand
sanitizer and more!Salary: $19.06 per hourIs this the right job for
you?
Do you believe that all people should
be in the driver's seat of their own life?Do you enjoy supporting
and helping people, no task is too small? -Do you enjoy working
with people with many different lifestyles and backgrounds?Are you
comfortable responding to unexpected challenges; you are cool under
pressure and think quickly on your feet?Do you like working
independently but communicate with your team and supervisorYou like
to learn new things and can learn quickly; when things change, you
can roll with the punches?Do you follow through with commitments?If
you answered yes to any of these questions, YES! This job is for
YOU!What does EBI offer?
Medical coverage for those working 30
hours a week or more, with three different health plans for you to
choose from.Dental and vision coverage for both full-time and
part-time staff.Aflac- three different plans to choose from.FSA &
DCFSA, Commuter and Parking pre tax benefits.Employee EAP that
include free mental health counseling sessions for you and members
of your household.403(b) retirement plan so you can invest in your
future.Education Assistance Fund, providing reimbursement for
tuition, fees, and supplies for education and self-enrichment
coursesMembership in the Service Employees International Union
(SEIU) Local 1021.Many opportunities for training so you can feel
confident in the work you do and prepare for future career
opportunities.Paid sick leave for all employees, and paid vacation
for full-time employeesPaid holidays for allMileage reimbursement
for on-the-job drivingWe show our appreciation for staff with
monthly raffles, games and more, to celebrate you and the important
work that you do! -East Bay Innovations is an equal opportunity
employer. We will consider all applicants without regard to race,
color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender
identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic
information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, military or
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
federal, state, or local law. - - -Powered by JazzHR
Keywords: East Bay Innovations, Richmond , Community Day Program Staff, Other , Richmond, California
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