Direct Support Professional - $21.50/hr to start with $800 Signing Bonus if Hired

Marin Ventures is growing! We are looking for another empathetic and proactive Direct Support Professional to join our team at our adult day program located in San Rafael, CA. As one of our DSPs, you’ll contribute to our upbeat environment supporting and enriching the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. We provide our program participants with opportunities to engage in all types of activities including art, music, life skills courses, exercise, and more. You are welcome to share your own interests in cooking, sewing, gardening, music, etc. Our Direct Support Professionals accompany program participants on outings in Marin County such as swimming, bowling, hikes in our local parks, exploring libraries, and other special events.

We are currently looking for Life Skills Coaches at our adult day program located in San Rafael, CA 94903. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is highly preferred but not required.

 Responsibilities of the Life Skills Coach:

• Instruct and engage in activities reflecting program participants preferences and goals.
• Support participants to maximize independence in all activities.
• Teach and train participants in life skills.
• Help create and organize classroom activities and community outings.
• Assist participants with lunch and snacks including supervision of meal times and assisting participants with eating.
• Assisting participants with personal care and hygiene.
• Take participants on community outings using agency vehicles, personal car, and/or public transportation.
• Complete basic documentation: observation and seizure reports, case notes, data on clients’ goals and objectives, van logs, mileage/expense reports, and administrative paperwork.
• Share observations regarding participant progress or concerns with Program Coordinators.

Requirements of the Life Skills Coach:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) or any combination of similar education and experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a current valid CA driver’s license and a clean driving record for a minimum of two years. 
• Must be able to pass an FBI and Department of Justice background check.
• Must be physically capable of completing job related tasks such as lifting 25lbs and standing for an entire shift.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities highly preferred.
• Ability to drive agency vehicles highly preferred.

Compensation for the Life Skills Coach:

• $21.50/hr to start
  
• Starting bonus of $800 over the course of the first year of employment.
  
• Opportunity to develop skills in professional environment, and promotions for demonstrating leadership.
• No nights, no weekends. Great schedule for second job.
• Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, etc
• 10 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Paid Time Off
• A supportive and empathetic work culture and the opportunity to work with compassionate and mission-driven people like yourself!

Marin Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marin Ventures is a community engagement day program for adults with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to foster independence and personal growth, and to promote the opportunity for community integration. We provide health and fitness activities, creative arts, computer and communication instruction, and independent living and employment skills training.