Independent Living Facilitator II (Grass Valley)

Are you looking for a more rewarding career? Do you take pride in giving back to the community? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for! InAlliance is looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated people to work with adults with developmental disabilities, providing supported living services such as training with home-care management, social skill development, behavior management, and community integration. As an Independent Living Facilitator II (ILF II) you will provide for the care, fellowship, and protection of persons with developmental disabilities while supporting them to be as independent as possible. You'll also join an organization with a great total compensation package (compensation, dental, vision, health benefits, time off, and retirement). There's no better time than the present to start making an impact in your community!

Summary: The Independent Living Facilitator II (ILF II) provides essential support, care, and companionship to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, who have additional health and safety needs under a Health and Safety Waiver (HSW) from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). This role involves assisting with daily activities, household tasks, and community involvement, tailored to each participant's unique needs and preferences. The ILF II position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.

Essential Functions*: 

• Assist participants with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Monitor and support the health and well-being of participants, including medication administration and attending medical appointments.
• Help with meal preparation, grocery shopping, housekeeping, and laundry.**
• Assist with budgeting and paying bills.
• Encourage and facilitate participation in community activities, social events, and recreational pursuits.
• Provide or arrange for transportation to appointments, activities, and community outings as needed.
• Implement individualized support plans, including behavioral intervention strategies.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of support provided, including daily notes, incident reports, and financial logs.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops to maintain and enhance skills.
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification.

*Must be able to perform essential functions of this position with or without accommodations.

** General household work not related to the care of the Participant does not exceed 20% of the total weekly hours worked.  The responsibilities of the ILF shall vary based upon the needs of the agency and the needs and preferences of the Participant(s) but shall not exceed the limitations of a personal attendant under wage order 15 of the California Code. 

Required Education and Experience 

These qualifications are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you have 70% of the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply. Experience can include paid and non-paid experience including volunteer work and lived experience that helped you to build the competencies, knowledge, and skills needed for this position. Applying allows you to be considered. 

Education:  

• High School Diploma

Experience:  

• 1-2 years of direct care experience with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including experience managing behavioral, medical, and/or mental health issues.
• 1-2 years of direct care experience utilizing medical equipment like Hoyer lifts, catheters, and feeding tubes.

Preferred Education and Experience: 

Education:  

• AA Degree in a related field
• CPR/First Aid Certification

Experience:

• Previous experience as a behavior technician or CNA

Additional eligibility requirements 

• Must be able to verify employment eligibility under USCIS I-9 requirements  
• After a conditional job offer has been made, a pre-employment screening will be required. InAlliance will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws. 
• CA Driver License
• Auto Insurance
• CPR/First Aid Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire

What We Offer

Benefits 

• Competitive Salary
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Free TeleHealth from HealthiestYou
  • Medical Services
  • Behavioral Health
  • Back Care
  • Dermatology
  • Nutrition
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Plans: Aflac, Legal Shield Services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary 403(b) retirement with company match
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Health Savings Accounts
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Cell/Device Stipend

Perks 

• Flexible work schedules for eligible employees/positions
• TicketsatWork (employee discounts)
• LifeMart (employee discounts)
• High employee morale/satisfaction rate
• Equal employment opportunities*

*InAlliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: InAlliance is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at InAlliance are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. InAlliance will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.

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