Are you a person who enjoys helping others? Are you currently seeking fulfillment in your professional life?
Hope Services is Silicon Valleys leading provider of services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. We seek candidates who share our inspirations & aspirations. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging at all levels Pay Rate: $21.25 per hour
Summary Provides support and leadership for consumers to participate in activities and receive services in community settings. Activities and services are defined by the consumer and his or her Person Centered Plan and Individualized Personal Plan.
Essential Functions The following are the essential functions of the position. An employee in this classification is responsible for carrying out these functions:
Provide group and/or individual support in the community as identified in the consumers 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.
Coordinates consumer programming with Centers activities, services, and staff.
Acts as a mandated abuse reporter.
Perform other duties as assigned, to assure efficiency of program services.

Qualifications Required High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus two years of related experience working with people with disabilities in a rehabilitation environment, or an approved combination of experience and education.