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Employment opportunitiesWant to make a difference in someone's life? Looking for a rewarding opportunity? Abilities United is a non-profit agency that provides services to infants, children, and adults with developmental and other disabilities. Apply now! Job listings as of 7/8/2008. Employment Specialist/Independent Living Skills Instructor AdministrationTo apply for any jobs contact: Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org
Adult ServicesTo apply for any jobs contact: Soheila Mozayan, Program Director, 650-618-3302 Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org or Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Employment Specialist / Independent Living Skills Instructor This individual will promote and market Employment Services in the community and provide training throughout the year, as well as provide on-going monitoring of clients' health and safety. The ES Specialist/Independent Living Skills Instructor will maintain regular communication with individuals concerned with their client including family, work supervisor and Regional Center Case Manager. They will also serve as case manager for consumers and train, supervise and support assigned consumers. Successful completion of all required paperwork, billing and reports and the ability to assist consumers in their work are required. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School or equivalent required; BA/BS in Social Services preferred . Experience: Minimum 1 year experience working with persons that have developmental disabilities, preferably within residential and/or independent living situations. Certification: CPR & First Aid - may be obtained after hire. Other: Communicate clearly & effectively, verbally and in writing, project a professional & positive image at all times. Valid California Driverís License and a safe driving record. Must be able to provide proof of good driving record during the interview process. Willingness to be flexible in shift schedule assignments. Pre Employment Requirements: At Abilities United's expense, clearance with the Department of Justice by completing a background check consisting of having fingerprints processed by appropriate law enforcement agencies. Post Employment Requirements: Physical, 2-step Tb test clearance. Maintain all job related certification requirements. Part Time – less than 29.5 hrs/week/Non- Exempt QUALIFICATIONS: Duties include: * schedule & coordinate consumer assessments * assess consumers vocational strengths, interests & abilities in a variety of settings * provide clear written reports to funding & referral sources in a timely fashion * assess consumers work tolerance & other areas to determine severity of disability * interact with current employers & potential employers in maintaining & procuring work sites at which assessments will be conducted * comply with Client’s Rights, AU & program policies, all agency & program procedures * maintain filing system & ESA related records * present a professional image while working with consumers in the community * attend interdisciplinary meetings as required or necessary * track billing for the program and submit to program manager each month * provide documentation as needed * cross train in Adult Services Programs * arrange annual meeting with families and Regional Center case managers one month prior to client birthdays
Aquatic ServicesTo apply for any jobs at the Aquatic Services contact: Complete the application package and return to: 525 East Charleston Road Palo Alto, CA 94306 Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Swim Instructor - Part-time Swim Instructor needed to provide swim lessons for individuals of all ages with and without developmental and other disabilities. 2 years aquatic instruction, 1 year working with individuals with disabilities preferred. Strong swim skills and experience teaching aquatics classes and knowledge of body mechanics may replace experience. Lifeguard certification required. Adapted Instructor Part Time Parent Tot Instructor Part Time
* Passionate of aquatics Minimum: American Red Cross certification plus minimum three years aquatic experience necessary.
Children's Development ServicesTo apply, contact: Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Developmental Specialist I or II Bilingual English/Spanish Full or part-time Job duties include participation in and/or leading developmental groups, completing evaluations and reports in the areas of cognition, language, social and self- care skills, providing case management services to children and families in program, and participating in staff meetings. Physical requirements include kneeling and crawling and the ability to lift 50 pounds. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Developmental Specialist 2 - MA or Ed.11 in Social Work, Child Development or related field. ECSE credential or MA in Special Ed. preferred. Experience: Minimum 1 year experience working with children with disabilities, and/or young children is required. Experience with families and with planning intervention is preferred. Other: Bilingual Spanish speaking required. DUTIES: Full-time (30-40 hours) self-motivated Licensed Occupational Pathologist to provide in-home OT services for children age birth to 3 years with varying diagnoses, in our Early Intervention Program. Experience working with disabled at-risk infants preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: BS/MS Substitution: None Janel Astor, Program Director at 650-618-3344, Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Pediatric Speech Therapist -We are seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) self-motivated Certified Speech/Language Pathologist to provide in-home speech services for children age birth to 3 years with varying diagnoses in our Early Intervention Program. Experience working with disabled at-risk infants preferred.
Janel Astor, Program Director at 650-618-3344, Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Pediatric Physical Therapist - Part-time (20 hours per week) We are seeking a self-motivated Licensed Physical Therapist to provide in-home pediatric therapy for children age birth to 3 years with varying diagnoses in our Early Intervention Program. Experience working with disabled at-risk infants preferred. Janel Astor, Program Director at 650-618-3344, Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Pediatric Physical Therapist - Full-time position in Palo Alto. We are seeking a self motivated, licensed, full-time PT to provide in-home pediatric therapy for children age birth to 3 years with varying diagnoses in our Infant Development Program.
After School Socialization
Fax: (650) 370-0675, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org To apply, for our Palo Alto positions contact: Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org Respite ServicesHome Companion
- Part time and full time positions Provide in-home care and companionship to people with developmental disabilities. The position requires some week days hours, as well as evenings and weekends. QUALIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:
To apply for our Palo Alto positions contact: Bette Kincaid, Program Manager (650) 618-3317, Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org To apply for any Abilities United positions Complete the application package and return to: 525 East Charleston Road Palo Alto, CA 94306 Fax: (650) 384-0161, Email: opportunities@abilitiesunited.org
Abilities United is the place to be! Abilities United is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
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