Job description

Are you passionate about helping others and helping young adults with special needs reach their full potential? Are you interested in relocating to the San Francisco area with full room and board?

Apex Social is seeking a caring and responsible individual to provide care for a young adult with special needs. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with limited verbal communication and a willingness to learn alternative forms of communication.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily living activities such as brushing teeth, showering, and preparing meals.
• Provide transportation to and from school and other appointments.
• Accompany the young adult to various activities such as baseball and grocery shopping.
• Engage in activities with the young adult such as puzzles, coloring, and watching home videos.
• Implement behavioral therapy plans as directed by outside professionals.
• Provide basic medical care such as lymphatic massage.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with individuals with special needs, particularly those with limited verbal communication.
• Knowledge of alternative forms of communication such as gestures, picture icons, and physical prompts.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities such as showering, dressing, and preparing meals.
• Willingness to learn and implement behavioral therapy plans as directed by outside professionals.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to relocate to Moraga, CA and live in the accommodation provided by the family.

Benefits:

• Full room and board in a beautiful San Francisco suburb
• Weekly salary and flexible schedule
• $500 professional development bonus for continued education
• Opportunity to shadow the young adults therapists and professionals to gain interdisciplinary work experience
• Continued support by Apex Social throughout your journey
• Meet ups and networking opportunities, including a surf outing in San Clemente, California
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Chance to make a difference!

Schedule:

• Weekday schedule from 6AM to 8:30AM and 3PM to 8:30PM.
• On weekdays with no school, the hours may be from 6AM to 2PM.
• Weekend hours may be available subject to candidate's interest.
• The young adult's parents work full-time and are typically out of the house during the weekdays.

If you are passionate about providing care for individuals with special needs and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to relocate to Moranga, CA, and live in the accommodation provided by the family with relocation assistance?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Special needs: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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