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Job Title: Supported Living Services (SLS) Instructor – Full-Time
Location:
Glendale, CA / Greater Los Angeles Area
Compensation:
$18.00 per hour
Full-Time Position (40 hours/week)
Position Summary:
Vision Life is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and bilingual SLS Instructor to support adults with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and dementia in their homes and communities. The ideal candidate will be behavioral-trained, experienced in personal care and hygiene support, and sensitive to the challenges faced by individuals who may also have a history of homelessness. Shifts are 6am-2pm immediate, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am!!!!!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct support to adults with developmental disabilities and dementia in their homes and in the community
- Assist with daily living tasks, including hygiene, grooming, toileting, dressing, and meal preparation
- Implement behavioral support strategies and maintain a calm, structured environment
- Support clients in managing mental health symptoms and coping with trauma or prior homelessness
- Assist with medical appointments, medication reminders, and health monitoring
- Encourage independence through goal setting and skill-building
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of daily activities, progress, and behavioral observations
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, family members, and care team
- Provide culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate support in both English and Spanish
Qualifications:
- Must speak fluent Spanish and English
- Minimum 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia, and/or mental illness
- Trained in behavior intervention techniques (CPI, ABA, or similar preferred)
- Comfortable and skilled with personal care, hygiene, and mobility support
- High school diploma or equivalent (AA or relevant coursework preferred)
- Valid California Driver’s License and reliable transportation
- Must pass LiveScan background check, physical, and TB test
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care and homelessness-related issues is a plus
Schedule:
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Availability to work weekdays and occasional weekends or evenings as needed
Why Join Vision Life?
- Meaningful work that changes lives
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Growth opportunities in the field of social services
To Apply:
Please send your resume to visionlifesls@gmail.com or call 626-360-1300 for more information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person