Current Opportunity

Are you a person who loves helping others to achieve their goals? Do you enjoy working in the community instead of behind a desk? Want to work with a small group of individuals to teach them how to navigate their community? BuildAbility's mission is to create the space for individuals with disabilities to consider a life without limitations, then help them take the steps needed to make that life a possibility.

We are looking for Direct Support Professionals/Mentors to support participants enrolled in our Community Integration Program (Quest). The Quest Mentor works directly with between 1-3 clients each day, helping them to navigate the community, explore their interests, participate in events/activities, and develop vocational skills. The Quest Program operates from 9:30am-2:30pm (5-hours per day).

Overview of Quest Mentor Position

• Meeting participants at a community hub each morning, and facilitating the scheduled activities for the day, including the use of public transportation.
• Providing opportunities for the participants to develop socialization/interpersonal communication skills and practice self-regulation/coping techniques.
• Providing hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the participant's pre-vocational skills, and finding educational opportunities or classes to assist with further development.
• Advocating for participants' inclusion in the community and empowering them to exercise their rights.
• Using BuildAbility’s digital program to log the individual’s progress and performance.

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• A passion for helping others and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Patience, empathy, and understanding.
• A willingness to learn and grow in your role.
• Optimistic attitude and ability to give encouraging verbal feedback regularly.

Compensation

• Starting at $16.04-$18.00/hour depending upon prior experience and other qualifications

Benefits (Part-Time Staff)

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Mileage Reimbursement & Cell Phone Stipend

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

Work location

• Multiple locations

Working at BuildAbility

We believe that every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to providing the highest quality care and support to the individuals we serve, and we are looking for someone who shares our values.

Overview of Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner
• Must pass a pre-employment background check
• Valid California ID
• Reliable Transportation
• Reliable Smart Phone and willingness to download work-related applications

COVID-19 Precautions

• COVID-19 Update: BuildAbility’s Vaccine Policy requires that all new and existing employees provide proof of full vaccination (+ Booster Shot) or submit a request for accommodation based upon a medical condition or deeply held religious belief.