PathPoint
Family Support Specialist – PathPoint
Ready to embark on a career filled with purpose and compassion? Join our team and help families navigate life's challenges and foster an environment where they can truly thrive!
Location:
San Fernando Valley area (Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura counties)
About PathPoint:
A non‑profit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and young adults to live the life they choose.
Responsibilities
Support adults with disabilities and their families as a bilingual & Spanish‑speaking Family Support Specialist for Coordinated Family Support (CFS) and Independent Living Services (ILS) teams.
Conduct weekly home visits to assess needs, develop and implement long‑term strategies and short‑term objectives.
Teach independent living skills (e.g., cooking, grocery shopping, budgeting, scheduling medical appointments) to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes.
Advocate for families within community systems, assist with accessing resources and support services.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Human Services or ≥ 3 years of experience in human services.
Fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, writing).
Comfortable conducting home visits and able to design and execute customized program curricula.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively with individuals with disabilities, family members, social workers, and system staff.
Knowledge of the Regional Center, community resources, and support services is desired.
Valid California driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, ≥ 5 years of driving experience.
Schedule & Pay Up to 37.5 hours per week. Typical schedule: Monday‑Friday 10:00 am‑6:30 pm, but flexible to accommodate client availability (evenings and weekends).
Pay:
$25.25 per hour (range $23.99–$26.51).
Benefits
Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Flexible schedule
Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
Medical, dental and vision insurance**
Paid vacation and holidays**
Paid sick leave
403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
Wellness program, employee assistance program, referral bonuses
Benefits noted with an asterisk apply to full‑time employees scheduled 30+ hours per week.
EEO Statement We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. We offer reasonable accommodations for successful employment of individuals with disabilities.
Additional Information Pre‑employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post‑offer.
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Location:
San Fernando Valley area (Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura counties)
About PathPoint:
A non‑profit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and young adults to live the life they choose.
Responsibilities
Support adults with disabilities and their families as a bilingual & Spanish‑speaking Family Support Specialist for Coordinated Family Support (CFS) and Independent Living Services (ILS) teams.
Conduct weekly home visits to assess needs, develop and implement long‑term strategies and short‑term objectives.
Teach independent living skills (e.g., cooking, grocery shopping, budgeting, scheduling medical appointments) to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes.
Advocate for families within community systems, assist with accessing resources and support services.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Human Services or ≥ 3 years of experience in human services.
Fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, writing).
Comfortable conducting home visits and able to design and execute customized program curricula.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively with individuals with disabilities, family members, social workers, and system staff.
Knowledge of the Regional Center, community resources, and support services is desired.
Valid California driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, ≥ 5 years of driving experience.
Schedule & Pay Up to 37.5 hours per week. Typical schedule: Monday‑Friday 10:00 am‑6:30 pm, but flexible to accommodate client availability (evenings and weekends).
Pay:
$25.25 per hour (range $23.99–$26.51).
Benefits
Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Flexible schedule
Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
Medical, dental and vision insurance**
Paid vacation and holidays**
Paid sick leave
403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
Wellness program, employee assistance program, referral bonuses
Benefits noted with an asterisk apply to full‑time employees scheduled 30+ hours per week.
EEO Statement We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. We offer reasonable accommodations for successful employment of individuals with disabilities.
Additional Information Pre‑employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post‑offer.
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