Community Integration Instructor - Toolworks

Pleasanton - Community Integration Instructor Opportunity at Toolworks

Toolworks, a reputable human service agency dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, is currently seeking a passionate Community Integration Instructor to join our team. This role is integral to our mission of promoting independence, equality, and personal satisfaction through comprehensive community integration programs.

Position Overview

As a Community Integration Instructor, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing instruction and support in areas that foster independence and community engagement. Your work will directly contribute to our clients' ability to access and participate in civic, recreational, volunteer, and employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Support: Teach and guide clients in understanding and utilizing community resources. Focus on person-centered instruction, safety awareness, and travel training tailored to individual abilities.
• Engagement: Ensure active participation of clients in various activities, fostering both individual and small group learning experiences.
• Administrative Tasks: Monitor client progress through detailed case notes, complete Special Incident Reports as needed, and manage all required paperwork efficiently.

What We Require

• Experience: Minimum of two years working with adults with disabilities, preferably in community settings.
• Communication Skills: Proficiency in American Sign Language, Spanish, or Cantonese is preferred to cater to diverse client needs.
• Professional Skills: Excellent time management, patience, attention to detail, and report writing skills are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Certifications: Candidates must pass a Fingerprint background check, obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of employment, and provide a clean DMV printout and proof of auto insurance.

Why Join Toolworks?

Working at Toolworks means being part of a dedicated team that values innovation, inclusion, and the transformative power of community. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we support their professional growth and personal well-being through competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary: $21.09-$22.39 per hour, based on experience.

Full-Time Position: Enjoy the stability of a full-time role with comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), dental and health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Work Location: This is an in-person role serving client(s) in Pleasanton.

Apply Today!

If you're motivated by the prospect of contributing to the independence and community integration of individuals with disabilities, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role.

Toolworks is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer with respect to hiring, promotion and training. We welcome applicants from diverse communities, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. Toolworks is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. (VEVRAA). VEVRAA requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment protected veterans.

In accordance with San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Any background check will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been made, respecting your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information throughout the application process.