Supported Living Services (Independent Living Advocate)

ETTA

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Los Angeles, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Independent Living Advocate supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing one-on-one guidance and mentorship. They assist clients with daily living tasks, community involvement, and personal hygiene to help them achieve their personal goals.

Qualifications

You have some professional or personal experience supporting individuals with special needs, a valid driver's license for at least three years, and an insured vehicle. You are willing to drive clients and assist with personal hygiene tasks, including toileting.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Driving

Vehicle Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Personal Hygiene Assistance

Toileting Assistance

Live Scan Background Check

DOJ Background Check

FBI Background Check

Job Description

ETTA (non-profit)
Supporting Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities



ETTA's Supported Living Services (SLS) Department is Seeking:

→ Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

→ Caregivers

→ Independent Living Advocates

→ Supported Living Services (SLS) Staff

→ 1:1 Support Staff

→ Home Health Support Staff

→ DSPs


* Caregiving and/or Behaviors Experience a Plus (not required)




POSITION TITLE
Independent Living Advocate / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

ETTA ORGANIZATION
(non-profit)


DEPARTMENTS
Supported Living Services (SLS)


EXPERIENCE
Some professional or personal experience supporting individuals with special needs (or related experience) is required. Successful applicants will have Home Health / Caregiving and/or Behaviors experience.


REQUIREMENTS

  1. Must be at least 21 years of age;
  2. Must be a licensed driver for a minimum of three years;
  3. Must have an insured vehicle with your name listed as an authorized driver;
  4. Must be willing to drive with a client in your vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided);
  5. Must be willing to perform "personal hygiene" tasks (including toileting assistance, if occasionally needed).

LOCATION
Multiple job openings throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area (including L.A., the San Fernando Valley and surrounding communities).

SCHEDULE (Availability Requirements)
Must have open availability 6-7 days per week and be flexible to work any shift between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., with occasional overnight shifts as needed. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

START DATE
As soon as possible

HOURLY RATE OF PAY
Starting rate is $20 per hour.

BENEFITS

ETTA's Full Time employees (starting at 30 hours per week) are offered a generous Benefits Package that includes:

  • Medical Health Insurance / Dental / Vision
  • Family Leave
  • Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life / LTD
  • Annual 80 hours vacation / 48 hours sick time


As an Independent Living Advocate, Caregiver
or Direct Support Professional (DSP)
You Will Assist Adults with Special Needs
to Live More Independent & Enriching Lives

About ETTA

ETTA is a leading service provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing a full spectrum of services. ETTA has provided support for its clients and support for their families in the Los Angeles area since 1993. A team of dedicated, professional staff work one-on-one with ETTA's clients, engaging, guiding, and inspiring them to increase community involvement, grow their social network, develop opportunities, and achieve their greatest potential and goals. Learn more about ETTA on our website.

As a member of the ETTA team, you will be truly appreciated as you help make someone's world a better place. ETTA staff supports, guides, mentors, and inspires our clients to achieve their goals and live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives every day!



INDEPENDENCE. INCLUSION. GROWTH.

Learn more on ETTA's website

See a listing of all our current job openings on the Careers page.

Questions? Contact our Recruitment Department:

Jerry@etta.org

Or call (818) 985-3882, ext. 305

Submit Your Application Now. Hiring Today. Multiple Openings.



*Applicants must:

(1) Be at least 21 years of age;

(2) Have a valid driver license (for a minimum of three years), a relatively clean driving record, an insured vehicle (with your name listed as an authorized driver), and willing to drive with client (mileage reimbursement;

(3) Must be willing to perform "personal hygiene" tasks, including assisting with toileting (for both male and female clients) if and when needed. This is a requirement of the position.


Starting rate of pay - $20 per hour

ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer

Live Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required

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