Family Support Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish) (Concord, CA)

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　　Join Our Legacy of Care at Vist Ability !

　　Since 1965, Vist Ability has been a beacon of support, serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across 13 locations in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties. Rooted in a deep commitment to person-centered services, we have built a culture that values work-life balance and celebrates the joy of service.

　　Position Title: Family Support Specialist Hours: 30 hours per week - Typically Daytime hours, though weekends and evenings may be necessary. Location: Concord, CA Also providing services throughout Contra Costa County Compensation: $24/hour PLUS Great Benefits! Benefits:

　　Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan,

　　Employee Discount program for restaurants, shopping, travel.. even Disneyland!

　　Paid vacation, Sick Days, and 11 paid Holidays plus a paid "holiday" on the employee's birthday.

　　Accrue 2 weeks Vacation during your first year. Vacation accrual rates will increase with years of service!

　　The Family Support Specialist is a parent or primary caregiver of a child with an intellectual or developmental disability who provides support to parents in our network to ensure that families understand and receive support in accessing appropriate services for their child.

　　A successful Family Support Specialist will...

　　Provide individualized, intensive, one-to-one emotional support in a confidential, non-judgmental manner.

　　Assist families to identify strengths, needs, and priorities.

　　Assist with preparation and distribution of written resource materials

　　Maintain a mailing list and database

　　Help parents organize the child’s records in a Care Notebook.

　　Participate in community outreach and training activities

　　Performs light local travel when necessary

　　Perform intake procedures and adhering to confidentiality policies.

　　Demonstrates respect for cultural and individual differences in interacting with families, outside personnel and other professionals.

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　Education: High school diploma or GED

　　Experience: Must be a parent or primary caregiver of a child who has an intellectual or developmental disability.

　　Valid CA Driver’s license, a good driving record

　　Must have own car to use for work purposes (mileage reimbursement provided)

　　Familiarity using computer systems and software such as Word, Excel, Gmail and more.

　　Bilingual in English and Spanish

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Strong preference for candidates who are bilingual (i.e. Spanish, Farsi, Mandarin, Cantonese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Hindi, Russian etc...)

　　Demonstrated sensitivity to diversity issues involved in working in multicultural and/or underserved communities.

　　A demonstrated commitment to the family empowerment model.

　　Knowledge of Early Start, Regional Center, IEPs, IDEA, Lanterman Act, health care system and related laws and regulations

　　Program: CARE Parent Network

　　This is a part time 2 position