Individualized Support Specialist

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with diverse abilities?

Below is a list of education and work experience qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all the listed qualifications and you are interested in joining our team.  

• • B.A. in relevant field (e.g., Human Services, Psychology, Special Education) preferred  
  • Applicable work or volunteer experience  
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities 

• Valid California Driver’s License/ID and license for at least 3 years if under age of 25
• Clean driving record of 3 years ( minor infractions ok)
• Proof of negative TB test results 
• Verification of occupational physical clearance
• Pass a criminal fingerprint clearance 
• 18 years of age or job permit clearance

Accommodations made upon request to Human Resources 

• Ability to physically respond to adults with developmental disabilities 

• Ability to frequently lift, transfer, push, and pull up to 45 pounds, and jointly transfer participants (with peer support) which requires bending at the waist and knees. 

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend frequently 

• Ability to walk for extended periods of time and support adults with developmental disabilities on community outings 

• Ability to drive company vehicles to transport participants 

• Ability to sit and keyboard as needed 

We encourage applicants to share their access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath is committed to making our organization accessible to meet the needs of our team members. 

Abilitypath is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. #HPAP