Independent Living Instructor - Social Work Job at East Bay Innovations, Fremont, CA

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  • East Bay Innovations
  • Fremont, CA

Job Description

East Bay Innovations
Independent Living Services (ILS)
Instructor (Full-Time)


 

About Our Organization:

Established in 1994, East Bay Innovations (EBI) is a nonprofit human services organization that supports people with developmental disabilities, such as intellectual disabilities, autism, and cerebral palsy. Our person centered services support people to live in their own homes, make choices about how they live, work in jobs of their choosing, and enjoy being part of their communities. We seek to further the human rights and empowerment of people with disabilities, and hire people who care about social justice and want to make a difference in the lives of others.

EBI has been named a winner of San Francisco Chronicle’s Top Workplaces Award for 2023, 2024, and 2025!

What does an ILS Instructor do?

You would work one-on-one with people with developmental disabilities who live on their own. You would empower your clients to reach their personal goals of independence and community participation. You would teach life skills in a motivating, personalized, and professional environment. You would have a caseload of around 5-9 clients. The caseloads are concentrated throughout Alameda County. No experience required!

This job is a good way to gain experience in the non-profit sector, social work, social services, occupational therapy, mental health, or case management. We seek people who want to make a difference in the lives of others and are both gifted teachers and teachable themselves.

You would receive training and support clients with:

  • Money management
  • Medical, dental, and medication management
  • Basic cooking and meal preparation
  • Utilizing public transportation
  • Locating affordable housing
  • Obtaining and maintaining benefits such as Social Security, Medi-Cal, Medicare, etc.
  • Community involvement and socialization goals
  • Household maintenance

Work Schedule:

  • This is a Full-Time, 40 hours per week position.
  • You would work between the hours of 9:00AM - 7:00PM, Monday through Friday (driving time included).

Compensation: $25.50 per hour.

 

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid California Driver's License, access to a reliable vehicle, and auto insurance (mileage reimbursement is offered for on the job driving).

Locations:

  • Working a caseload in the following cities: San Leandro, Newark, Fremont, Union City.
  • Our agency supports clients throughout Alameda County.

Benefits:

  • Medical coverage for those working 30 hours a week or more, with two different providers for you to choose from.
  • Dental and vision coverage for both full-time and part-time staff.
  • Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care FSA, Commuter, and Parking pre-tax benefits.
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free mental health counseling sessions for you and members of your household.
  • 403(b) retirement plan so you can invest in your future.
  • Education Assistance Fund, providing reimbursement for tuition, fees, and supplies for education and self-enrichment courses.
  • Membership in the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021.
  • Many opportunities for training so you can feel confident in the work you do and prepare for future career opportunities.
  • Paid sick leave for all employees, and paid vacation for full-time employees
  • Paid holidays for all Federal holidays.
  • Mileage reimbursement for on the job driving at $0.70 per mile.
  • EBI offers Additional Language Stipends for staff based on language fluency assessment and client/department/agency needs.
  • September is DSP Month, our special time to celebrate and thank our amazing staff! EBI hosts a fun-filled get-together with games, laughter, and plenty of opportunities to connect.


The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is a federal program that forgives student loan debt for nonprofit employees after 120 qualifying payments. Employees who work at least 30 hours per week for a governmental, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, or other qualifying nonprofit organization may apply to have the balance of their student loans forgiven (tax free) after making 120 monthly payments.

 

East Bay Innovations is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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