Now Hiring Instructors

Program Hours: M-F 10:00 am – 6:30 pm, flexible schedule based on program and clients’ needs.
Under the direction of the Program Administrator, develop and implement a program of teaching independent living skills to clients enrolled in the program.

With minimal supervision, teach independent living skills to consumers in groups and individually, as assigned. report any absenteeism immediately to the program supervisor. Conduct community-based activities to provide training in actual community settings. Using public transportation whenever possible, take consumers shopping for groceries, clothes, recreation, and to their medical and dental appointments.

~ Document client progress using the billing form, ensuring all progress is documented accurately and in a timely manner, Complete assessments (current level of functioning and needs) on each client entering the program.

Establish and maintain a good working relationship with residents and staff.
Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment. Comply with ECF policies and procedures including those related to medical emergencies, mandated reporting requirements for suspected abuse and neglect, and unusual incidents.

Education/Licenses/Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Six months’ experience working in a direct care service position with individuals who have various levels of developmental, learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Proof of valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, evidence of state-mandated car insurance, and insurable driving record are required. Violations of the driving policy may result in disciplinary action, including suspension of driving privileges, reassignment, or termination.
This is a program for adults who have varying degrees of learning, behavioral, emotional, and intellectual disabilities. Work will be performed in various environments including, office, residents’ apartments, and in the field (supermarket, medical offices, public transportation, etc.) Work also entails accompanying residents using public transportation and/or providing transportation to residents in the employee’s personal vehicle in the event of an emergency.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
Ability to communicate in person and over the telephone.
Ability to assist people who need assistance with transferring to and from wheelchair (pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50lbs. with assistance).
Ability to physically engage/assist residents in various environments including ECF worksite, public/private transportation, and in the field.
Ability to provide First Aid/CPR and/or NCI to residents during medical and other emergencies.

Exceptional Children’s Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are on a mission to support independence, belonging and community. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our vision forward.

Employment with Exceptional Children’s Foundation, aka ECF is at-will employment which means that ECF or the employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice.