Senior Independent Living Skills Companion - Los Angeles County

Work for The Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis (IABA) and make an impact in the community of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Are you a compassionate, people-oriented person who wants a rewarding opportunity to support adults with autism or other developmental disabilities? We would love you to join our Supported Living Services team! As a Sr. Community Support Companion, you will have more than just a job - you will have the opportunity to directly impact someone’s life for the better! You will work with individuals in their own homes and surrounding communities. As a Sr.

Community Support Companion, you will hire, train and supervise employees who teach and assist clients in building skills necessary to live independently in their own homes. You will oversee Supported Living Services that are provided in the individual's home and in varied community settings in Los Angeles county (Torrance, Culver City, Brentwood, Koreatown, West LA)

What is Supported Living?

Supported Living Services allow individuals with developmental disabilities to live in their own homes in the community, while developing independent living skills, creating meaningful relationships, and participating as active members in their families and communities.

Responsibilities

• Your daily routine can include: Facilitating meaningful community connections
• Establishing friendships
• Exploring and participating in a variety of recreational and educational activities
• Teaching independent life skills
• Increasing helpful, adaptive behaviors
• Having fun!
• Other duties
• Writing Individual Support Plan reports, coordination and arrangement of site scheduling, substitute coverage, hands-on training to Companions working with new individuals, compiling client data, assist new individual set-up for his or her apt and/or services to be provided
• On-Call Responsibilities: Be available to provide guidance by phone when needed and, in an emergency, respond to the job site.
• In the event of an emergency, the Senior is required to provide protection to the individual. This may include administering First Aid or CPR and telephoning 911 in the event of an emergency.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Details:

Flexible Full Time and Part Time Schedules

Must be available to work one weekend day (either Saturday or Sunday)

Requirements

Qualifications for the Senior Support Companion

• SR. Independent Living Skills Companion
• Make a Difference in Someone’s Life Every Day!
• Are you compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives? We’re looking for a dedicated Bilingual Spanish/English SR. Independent Living Skills Companion to support individuals with physical and developmental disabilities in achieving their personal goals, building meaningful relationships, and enjoying greater independence.
• If you’re a caring, responsible professional who values dignity, respect, and inclusion, we’d love to have you on our team!

What You’ll Do

• Provide personalized support to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, including nutrition, personal care, social interactions, recreation, and personal relationships.
• Support the development of independent living skills, including money management and daily routines.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in both Spanish and English, including regular interactions with Spanish-speaking clients and customers.
• Promote a safe, positive, respectful, and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate honesty, accountability, dependability, and a positive work ethic.
• Apply positive behavior support principles to encourage personal growth and success.

What We’re Looking For

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least two years of training and experience providing support services to individuals with physical or developmental disabilities; OR an associate degree in psychology or a related field.
• Bilingual Skills: Fluency in both Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate professionally in both languages.
• Compassion and Integrity: A genuine desire to help others, with a commitment to treating every individual with dignity and respect.
• Reliability: Strong accountability, dependability, and professionalism.
• Positive Behavior Support: Knowledge or experience in positive behavior support is a plus.
• Physical Ability: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Required Certifications and Qualifications
• Obtain CPR/First Aid and ProAct certifications within the first two weeks of employment.
• Successfully pass a California DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license and provide a current DMV driving record.
• Maintain current automobile insurance.
• Provide a high school diploma, associate degree, or other applicable qualifying credentials.
• Why Join Us?
• Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact by empowering individuals, celebrating their abilities, and supporting their independence. Your compassion, bilingual communication skills, and commitment to quality care can help create positive experiences and lasting connections every day.
• Ready to make a difference? Apply today and bring your skills, heart, and dedication to our team!
• Minimum: 2 years in-field and/or Residential experience

What we offer you:

• Full-Time, Hourly/Non-exempt: $22 - $24/hour
• Medical and Dental insurance for employees who work over 31 hours per week
• Mileage reimbursement
• Vacation Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Employee discounts; fun employee events
• On-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities

401(k) Plan

• A rewarding work environment
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Dynamic work environment, no day is ever the same as the next
• Flexible work schedules