Community Support Facilitator

Are you a person who enjoys helping others? Are you currently seeking fulfillment in your professional life?
Hope Services is Silicon Valley’s leading provider of services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. We seek candidates who share our inspirations & aspirations. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging at all levels.. >>>>> Hope Services has been awarded 2022 Top Workplaces by San Francisco Chronicle, 2022 Top-rated Nonprofit by Great Nonprofits, and Received a Gold Seal of Transparency from Guidestar and a perfect 100/100 rating in three different categories: financial health, leadership and adaptability, and culture and community from Charity Navigator <<<<< 


*Pay Rate: $21.25 per hour
Hope Services offers an OUTSTANDING benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and a comprehensive Scholarship Program, Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time accrual plans and more!
Community Support Facilitator - Purpose:The Community Support Facilitator provides support and leadership for consumers to participate in activities and receive services in community settings.  Activities and services are defined by the consumer and his or her Person Centered Plan and Individualized Personal Plan. Community Support Facilitator - Principle Responsibilities:The Community Support Facilitator is responsible for carrying out these functions: 1.      Provide group and/or individual support in the   community as identified in the consumer’s Individualized    Personal Plan.2.      Develop opportunities for consumers to participate as   valued and contributing members of the community.    Facilitate and model interactive relationships with   community members.3.      Facilitate and develop activities to build relationships,   skills, and experience in the community.  Travel with   and/or transport client throughout the local community.4.      Develop and expand consumer participation in typical   and generic community activities chosen by the   consumer.5.      Act as advocate on behalf of consumers served.6.      Complete required forms and accountability   documentation, incident reports, case recordings, IPPs   and other required documentation.7.      Maintain a professional relationship with consumers,   family members and appropriate others. Represent HOPE   in the community in a professional manner.8.      Implement behavioral intervention plan when needed to   assure consumer safety and promote learning.9.      Coordinates consumer programming with Center’s   activities, services, and staff.10.   Acts as a mandated abuse reporter.11.  Perform other duties as assigned, to assure efficiency of   program services.  Community Support Facilitator - Minimum Qualifications: The Community Support Facilitator should possess a High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus two years of related experience or an approved combination of experience and education. Possession of a valid California driver’s license and clear driving record.   Community Support Facilitator - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the Community Support Facilitator role: 1.  A belief that all people are valued members of the    community.2.   An understanding of the principles of normalization and   commitment to community integration.3.   Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a   member of the team.4.   Excellent communication and documentation skills   including use of computerized word program and data   base.5.   Knowledge and understanding of alternative   communication systems and assistive technology.6.   CPR and First Aid certification (Hope can provide necessary   training, if needed).7.  Positive and cooperative attitude toward a consumer driven   service system working with developmentally disabled   adults.8.  Ability t