Teach Life Skills. Empower Independence. Change Lives.
Every day, people with developmental disabilities navigate situations involving personal safety, communication, relationships, and independent living. At GET SAFE, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build the confidence and practical skills needed to live safer, more empowered lives.
As a Developmental Disabilities Skills Trainer – known internally as an Advocacy & Training Specialist (ATS) –you’ll work one-on-one with clients in their homes and communities, teaching practical life skills that foster confidence, independence, and self-advocacy.
Our ATSs are not caregivers or case managers. They are educators, coaches, and advocates who empower clients through individualized, hands-on learning experiences. Rather than doing things for clients, you’ll work alongside them – teaching, practicing, and reinforcing the real-world skills they need to thrive.
If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can build lasting relationships, grow professionally, and make a genuine difference every day, we’d love to meet you!
About GET SAFE
GET SAFE is a community-based agency dedicated to empowering people of all ages and abilities through personal safety education, violence prevention, healthy relationship education, and individualized life-skills training.
We believe people are capable of growth. That belief shapes everything we do – from how we empower our clients to how we develop our employees and leaders. We don’t simply provide services; we teach skills, build confidence, and help people become more independent.
What You’ll Do
Every client is unique, which means no two days are exactly alike. One client may be practicing community safety skills while shopping, another may be learning healthy relationship boundaries, while another is building confidence through communication or self-advocacy exercises. Every training session is individualized, engaging, and designed to help clients achieve meaningful goals in their everyday lives.
1. Teach & Empower
- Conduct individualized one-on-one training sessions in clients’ homes and community settings.
- Teach practical life skills related to personal safety, healthy relationships, sexuality education, self-advocacy, communication, and online safety.
- Adapt lessons and teaching strategies to each client’s strengths, goals, and learning style.
- Encourage confidence, independence, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving.
2. Build Meaningful Relationships
- Develop supportive, professional relationships with clients while maintaining healthy boundaries.
- Foster a positive, engaging learning environment that motivates and empowers clients.
- Collaborate professionally with families, support teams, supervisors, and coworkers.
3. Maintain Professional Excellence
- Complete accurate and timely documentation, training reports, and administrative responsibilities.
- Manage appointments, schedules, and deadlines independently.
- Communicate proactively with supervisors and teammates.
- Maintain client confidentiality and professional standards.
Work Schedule & Flexibility
This is a hybrid position that combines community-based client services with independent remote administrative work.
Typical Schedule
- ·Part-time position
- Minimum availability of 20 hours per week to complete 8 trainings per week between Monday – Friday, 12 PM – 6 PM (clients' peak hours). This roughly translates to being available 4–5 hours per day at least 4 days during the week.
- Administrative work is completed remotely outside of client appointments
- Weekly schedules may vary based on client needs
Service Area
- Applicants should reside within or near one of the following communities: Norwalk, Lakewood, Signal Hill, Bellflower
- Applicants should be willing to travel within approximately a 10-mile service area.
- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement are provided.
Who Thrives at GET SAFE
This is an entry-level professional opportunity that’s ideal for individuals interested in building a career in education, psychology, human services, social work, nonprofit organizations, public health, or advocacy.
Previous experience working with people with developmental disabilities is helpful, but it isn’t required.
We’re looking for people who are compassionate, dependable, curious, and eager to learn. Through comprehensive onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing professional development, we’ll provide the knowledge, coaching, and support you need to become an exceptional Advocacy & Training Specialist.
Successful ATSs are people who:
- Believe everyone has the capacity to learn and grow
- Enjoy teaching, encouraging, and empowering others
- Communicate professionally and build trusting relationships
- Take ownership of their work and follow through on commitments
- Welcome feedback and see challenges as opportunities to learn
- Adapt their approach because every client learns differently
- Value collaboration, professionalism, and continuous growth
Required Qualifications:
- Reliable transportation for travel to client locations (drive time is paid and mileage is reimbursed)
- Valid driver’s license and proof of personal auto insurance
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy, professionalism, flexibility, and sound judgment
- Comfortable using Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Microsoft 365, and other basic technology platforms.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Human Services, Social Sciences, or a related field
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities or other vulnerable populations
- Bilingual English/Spanish (Intermediate conversational proficiency or higher)
At GET SAFE, we hire for character and potential – we teach the rest.
You’ll receive comprehensive paid training designed to prepare you for success in the role, including how to:
- Teach and positively engage people with developmental disabilities
- Understand a variety of developmental and clinical diagnoses (e.g., Autism, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy)
- Adapt instruction to meet diverse learning styles and support individualized goals
- Build meaningful professional relationships while maintaining healthy boundaries
- Strengthen your communication, documentation, and professional writing skills
- Navigate mandated reporting responsibilities and professional best practices
Learning doesn’t stop after onboarding. You’ll continue growing through ongoing mentorship, coaching, paid professional development, and opportunities to expand your skills throughout your career at GET SAFE.
Compensation
- Starting pay: $21-$23/hour, based on experience
- Paid drive time
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunity to increase hours and grow into full-time employment
Benefits (Depending on eligibility)
- Healthcare benefits (30+ hours/week)
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Why Join GET SAFE?
At GET SAFE, growth isn’t just something we hope for – it’s something we intentionally cultivate.
- Our clients grow in confidence and independence through education and practice.
- Our employees grow through mentorship, meaningful work, and continuous professional development.
- Our leaders grow by investing in the success of others.
If you’re looking for more than just a job – if you’re looking for an opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a genuine difference in people’s lives – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help empower people to build safer, more independent lives – while growing your own career along the way.
Job Type: Part-Time
Work Location: Community-based (Hybrid)
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
