What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Advocate for Adults with Disabilities position at Compass SLS & ILS?
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with disabilities and their families? At COMPASS, we're seeking a dedicated DSP / Coordinated Family Support Specialist who believes in the potential of every person and can celebrate the unique cultures and languages of individuals and their families.
Coordinated Family Support, or CFS, is a groundbreaking new service tailored for adults with developmental disabilities who opt to reside with their families. This innovative service assists individuals and their families in coordinating and scheduling essential services and supports, ensuring that each person's unique cultural, ethnic, and linguistic preferences are respected. CFS is all about providing the right support in the right way, in the comfort of one's family home.
Your Duties: You will support your client’s dreams, personal advocacy, and Individualized Support Plan (ISP) goals through teaching life skills. You will also assist with case management, connect clients with generic resources and lead engaging individual and group learning experiences.
Your Benefits:
- Benefits package for full-time employees valuing $8,600 a year (details below)
- FREE Costco Membership and FREE Calm App subscription
- 401k with generous company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Low cost Telemedicine for you and your household
- Annual Bonus and MONTHLY gift card incentives
- Competitive pay- direct deposit, bonuses, and time and a half on company recognized holidays
- Paid training
- Reimbursement for client-related transportation
- Friendly environment: 24-hour support available
Your Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree OR 3 years' experience in social work or a human services field
- Drivers License for at least 3 years AND a clean driving record
- Working vehicle, valid driver's license, & valid auto insurance
- Pass criminal background check and drug test (WE PAY!)
- Eligibility to work in the U.S.
- CPR and First Aid certification must be completed before hire (WE'LL PAY!)
- **Bonus** You are knowledgeable about disabilities and the Regional Center system
Your Role: You will be working directly with clients in their homes and in the community.
Your Company: At COMPASS, we're more than a service – we're a family dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities on their unique journeys. We believe that everyone deserves a life of their own choosing. For more information and to explore the heart behind COMPASS, visit us at www.compasscares.com.
Your Hiring Path: Once your application is in our hands, expect a friendly phone call from one of our recruiters who is excited to dive into your experiences, aspirations, and what makes you shine. This conversation is a chance for us to get to know you better and for you to learn more about us too.
Ready to embark on a journey that changes lives – including your own? Apply now and help us create a world where dreams are nurtured and destinies are realized.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $8,600
