Are you looking for a more rewarding career? Do you enjoy helping others achieve their goals and become more independent? Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in your community? If you answered "Yes" to those questions, then this could be the opportunity you've been looking for!
InAlliance is seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individuals to join our team as Employment Training Specialists (ETS). In this role, you will provide personalized support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of community settings, including job sites, volunteer opportunities, recreational activities, and other meaningful community experiences. You'll play an integral role in promoting independence, building confidence, and empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals while becoming active, valued members of their communities.
You'll also join an organization that offers a competitive total compensation package, including health, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Ready to make an impact? The time is now!
their personal goals and become active, valued members of their community.
Essential Functions*:
- Support individuals in participating in community-based activities, including employment, volunteering, recreation, and social engagements.
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Assist individuals at job sites by providing on-the-job training, ensuring they understand and perform their tasks effectively, and helping them build workplace skills.
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Work with individuals to develop and enhance life skills, such as communication, social interaction, problem-solving, and daily living activities.
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Ensure the safety of individuals in all community settings, advocate for their needs and rights, and assist them in navigating challenges.
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Provide assistance with personal care tasks as needed, which may include hygiene and mobility support.
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Maintain accurate records of daily activities, case notes, and any incidents, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
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Work closely with family members, supervisors, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized support plans.
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Safely transport individuals to and from community activities, job sites, and appointments as needed.
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Implement positive behavioral interventions and strategies to manage challenging behaviors in a respectful and effective manner.
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Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on best practices in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Must be able to perform essential functions of this position with or without accommodations
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:
Experience:
- At least two years of direct instructional experience with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), preferably in an inclusive and integrated setting.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Education:
- AA Degree in a related field or other related certification
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CPR/First Aid Certification
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
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Auto Insurance
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CPR/First Aid Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
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Physical ability to assist with mobility and personal care tasks.
What We Offer
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Low-cost Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Free TeleHealth from HealthiestYou
- Medical Services
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Behavioral Health
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Back Care
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Dermatology
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Nutrition
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Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Insurance Plans: Aflac, Legal Shield Services, Vision
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Voluntary 403(b) retirement with company match
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Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Flexible Spending Account Plans
- Health Savings Accounts
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Mileage Reimbursement
- Cell/Device Stipend
Perks
- Flexible work schedules for eligible employees/positions
- TicketsatWork (employee discounts)
- LifeMart (employee discounts)
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Fun Employee events like celebrating Direct Service Provider Appreciation Week and annual Staff Recognition Events
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Employee committees where you can make your voice heard and have a positive impact
- High employee morale/satisfaction rate
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Equal employment opportunities*
- InAlliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: InAlliance is committed to 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. InAlliance encourages applicants of all ages (18+).
