Mentor - Adult Day Services M-F

Mentor – Adult Day Services – Full‑time – Mon‑Fri

Join our team and begin a career with purpose! No driving required - Mon-Friday Schedule!

Empathy, compassion, respect, and trust? Are these your values? If so, apply today! At ESSC these are our values too and they drive our passion to achieve our mission.

Are you interested in a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact in the world every day? As a Mentor/Life Skills Coach you can be a force for change through activism and advocacy for greater access, equity, and inclusion for all. In this position you would empower people with disabilities to gain social and daily living skills, and to be active members of their communities.

Position:
Life Skills Coach 1

Location:

Riverside

Hours:

Full‑time – Monday‑Friday – 8:30 am to 3:00 pm

Hourly starting pay rate: $20.00 per hour

We provide CPR/First Aid certification for Adult Day Services.

• Excellent Monday–Friday work schedule; no weekends or evenings.
• Full‑time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) program, tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year, student loan counseling, 15 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and more.
• We offer a career path with room to grow.
• No driving required.
• Great work culture and work/life balance.

• Supports daily activities using a variety of techniques to assist in the development of community life and safety skills.
• Assists individuals with planning, preparing, and executing a weekly schedule of activities, providing life‑long learning skills and learning experiences according to the service‑provided individual service plan (ISP) and individual program plan (IPP).
• Provides assistance with personal care, including nutrition, personal hygiene, and helping the individual look their best.
• Assists in developing and implementing a service plan consistent with the individual’s personal goals; participates in assessments, planning, and evaluation, and may attend meetings with stakeholders to recommend changes to the service plan.
• Maintains all assigned documentation and data, including ISP’s, quarterly and annual evaluations, and case notes.
• Provides guidance to Personal Assistants as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typically requires a high‑school diploma; CPR certification card and First Aid certificate.

• 1‑2 years’ experience, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience to perform the job successfully.

• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to assist with personal care and transfer an individual who may have little to no weight‑bearing skills.
• Ability to push people who use wheelchairs over a variety of terrain and support people with other mobility needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interpret and carry out verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to work in a team environment, practicing collaboration and cooperation; solution‑oriented and creative.
• Adherence to ethical practices and the core values of ESSC.
• Capacity to tolerate an outdoor work environment and a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a post‑offer physical examination and a TB test.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals and/or service requirements.
• May be required to use a personal vehicle to transport individuals locally; maintain a driving record and vehicle insurance in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; minimum of 3 years driving experience.

Carrying/Lifting:
Frequent, up to 0‑30 lbs.

Standing:
Frequent, up to 5 hours/day.

Sitting:
Occasional, up to 3 hours/day.

Walking:
Frequent, up to 5 hours/day.

Repetitive motion/activity:
Frequent (bend, twist, stoop, reach, pull, kneel, push wheelchairs over various terrain).

Visual acuity:
Close distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel:
Frequent.

Environmental exposure:
Constant exposure to unpleasant or hazardous conditions (noise, heat, dust, body fluids, etc.) in indoor and outdoor work environments.

Seniority level:
Entry level;

Employment type:

Full‑time;
Job function:
Other;
Industries:
Non‑profit organizations, health and human services, hospitals and healthcare.