For more than 60 years, Futures has empowered adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live healthy, meaningful, and independent lives. We're looking for a compassionate, energetic Community Support Professional (CSP) to join our Go Group Program in Pleasanton and help participants build confidence, develop life skills, and connect with their communities.
What You'll Do
As a CSP, you'll spend much of your day out in the community alongside participants. From local outings to day trips across the Bay Area and beyond, you'll help create engaging experiences that promote independence, social connection, and personal growth.
Responsibilities include:
- Support participants in achieving their personal and vocational goals.
- Lead community outings, recreational activities, and volunteer opportunities.
- Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and confidence.
- Serve as a positive role model and advocate.
- Maintain participant documentation and communicate with the team.
- Ensure participant safety while following all program policies and reporting requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Compassionate, dependable, and positive attitude.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible and adaptable in a community-based environment.
- Willing to work occasional evenings or weekends for special events and participant activities.
Why Futures?
This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, explore the community, and help people achieve greater independence and reach their goals. Training is provided, and every day brings new experiences and opportunities to make a lasting impact.
Job Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Authorized to work in U.S.
- High school diploma
- One (1) year or more of related work experience, preferably with a human service agency or educational organization working with persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities, will be considered in lieu of the educational requirements.
- To drive participants in a company vehicle (if available) or personal vehicle (mileage will be paid), must possess a valid CA driver’s license, clear DMV record and provide evidence of current auto insurance. MUST BE WILLING TO DRIVE AGENCY VEHICLES FOR COMMUNITY OUTINGS.
- Knowledgeable of computers and software use, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and G Suite Workplace.
- LiveScan criminal record clearance (or exemption) prior to start.
- Health Screening and TB Test clearance prior to start.
- Physical stamina and ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to perform the assigned duties safely and effectively.
Great if you have:
- Knowledgeable of Lanterman Act regulations, Regional Center guidelines, and State of California Licensing regulations.
- Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED by a qualified instructor.
Know more about us:
https://www.futures-explored.org/
Futures-Explored is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.63 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
