CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, First Aid, Mentoring, People Management, Personal Care, Problem Solving Skills, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Mission Viejo, CA
POSTED
8 days ago
Position overview We are seeking a reliable, patient, and attentive Independent Living Services (ILS) Instructor to provide help to a person with short stature disorder. Services will focus on increasing independence in daily living skills, meal prep/cooking, HUD housing, community navigation, and outings and ensuring safety and accessibility to community bathrooms The ideal candidate is adaptable, observant, and comfortable supporting an individual with outside in the community attending to personal needs.
Primary Goals of Support
Help with personal care while out in the community
Support safe and confident community navigation
Assist meal prep/cooking
HUD housing
Key Responsibilities Personal Hygiene & Daily Living Skills Community Navigation Assistance
Provide guidance and support with bathroom needs
Encourage independence while offering assistance as needed
Help establish consistent daily routines
Related Challenges The individual’s may present unique challenges that staff must be prepared to address, including:
Navigation & Safety
Additional guidance may be required to safely navigate environments
Staff may need to provide orientation support, mobility assistance.
Communication & Accessibility
Tasks involving: Mobility assistance while out navigating the community
Adapted Training Needs
Tasks involving: Maintaining privacy, completing toileting, and navigating restroom environments safely and appropriately.
Ideal Candidate Qualities
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities preferred
Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills
Patient, dependable, and adaptable
Comfortable providing hands-on support while promoting independence
Able to work independently during scheduled early am hours
Work Environment
One-on-one support in home and community settings
Clients schedule
Structured, supportive, and safety-focused role
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications & Compliance
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities, and Cerebral Palsy preferred.