Description

Wayfinder Family Services ensures that children, youth, and adults facing challenges always have a place to turn.

Wayfinder is committed to advancing IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility).

Wayfinder believes inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are essential to our excellence and our mission's execution. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA , veterans and differently-abled persons are encouraged to apply.

In exchange for your talent, Wayfinder offers an excellent benefits package, which includes the following:

• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Competitive salary - Sign-on bonus for eligible roles
• Flexible schedules depending on the position (some offering hybrid)
• Medical insurance with a $30 premium per paycheck coverage plan (employee-only)
• Dental insurance 100% employer paid for HMO coverage plan (employee-only)
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 4%
• 11 paid holidays per year and a generous paid time off policy
• Five paid winter holidays (between Christmas Eve & New Year's Day)
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Robust training opportunities: Shared Core Practice Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Evidence-based Practices
• Clinical Supervision for licensure

Compensation:

In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Role Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide supplementary instruction and support in Braille, as well as assistive technology, living skills and financial management as needed. Provides the instruction necessary to accomplish students’ objectives.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional assistance in the use of assistive technology hardware, including but not limited to personal computers with speech, refreshable Braille displays, laser printer, Braille printer, and portable computer note-takers.
• Provide instructional assistance in the use of assistive technology software, including but not limited to screen access programs, software that accesses Windows environment, Braille translation software, and reading programs for the scanner system.
• Provide instructional assistance using electronic mail and the Internet.
• Write case notes on DOR consumer progress and keep the notes on the shared drive in the student folder each week.
• Provide instructional assistance in the area of independent living skills and, in collaboration with the client, develop goals to address the client’s individual living skills needs.
• Provide instructional assistance in financial management skills and in collaboration with the client, develop goals to address the client's individual financial management needs. Financial management includes medical needs, pre-vocational skills and social skills.
• Develop and carry out a program of individualized financial management instruction that may include organization skills, self-advocacy, social services, department of rehabilitation, communication, housing, finances and budgeting, medical, pre-vocational and social skills.
• Provide information to individuals and families about Medi-Cal services, refers to Medi-Cal eligibility sites and assist with access to Medi-Cal covered services to meet identified health needs. Participate in outreach campaigns, information, and referral activities, including health and Medi-Cal outreach.
• Facilitate Medi-Cal application by discussing Medi-Cal eligibility process with client families; assist applicants with gathering information and filling out Medi-Cal applications. (Code 8)
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, etc., to keep current with changes in Human Resources and incorporate best practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent client information.

Qualifications

Education:

• A minimum of an associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field is required.

Experience:

• One year of experience working with clients with visual impairments is preferred

Employee Wellness & Safety

Wayfinder is committed to creating an environment where employees and clients are safe. To meet this goal, we ask that employees be fully vaccinated (including boosters, where applicable) against the COVID-19 virus as a condition of employment. All staff must demonstrate evidence of the first vaccine dose on or before their employment start date. Wayfinder will consider requests for exemption based on religious beliefs or medical accommodations. Wayfinder requires a thorough background screening process that includes fingerprinting and a health screening.

Trauma-Informed Care

Wayfinder practices Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognize the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma. Employees integrate the knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices to prevent re-traumatization which promotes the healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.

Wayfinder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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