Family Support Specialist
Pathpoint
Summary
PathPoint is seeking a full-time, bilingual, Spanish speaking (preferred) Family Support Specialist under the Coordinated Family Supports (CFS) services in Thousand Oaks, CA. Our ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with a passion for advocating for individuals' rights and improving their quality of life.
Job description
Schedule
Monday-Friday (variable), 10:00am-6:30 pm, 40 hours per week. Flexible schedule, evening and weekend availability is needed.
The Impact you'll Make
The Family Support Specialist (FSS) works with adults with disabilities and coordinates services that help create proactive support plans for individuals and their families to continue living in their family homes, access their communities and teaches independent living skills. You will advocate for individuals' rights, conduct assessments, and assist in developing Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Person-Centered Plans (PCP). This role involves acting as a liaison with agencies and involves outreach activities.
What We're Looking For
- Associates-level degree or at least three years of experience in the developmental disability service delivery system.
- Knowledge of the Regional Center, community resources and support services are desired.
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred.
- Comfortable with home visits and capable of designing and executing customized program curriculum.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, social workers, Department of Rehabilitation or Regional Center Staff and others in a positive and constructive manner.
- Highly organized with strong communication and time-management skills.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and video meeting applications.
- Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
- Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
Requirements
- Associates-level degree or at least three years of experience in the developmental disability service delivery system
- Knowledge of the Regional Center, community resources and support services are desired
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred
- Comfortable with home visits and capable of designing and executing customized program curriculum
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, social workers, Department of Rehabilitation or Regional Center Staff and others in a positive and constructive manner
- Highly organized with strong communication and time-management skills
- Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and video meeting applications
- Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy
- Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Sick Leave
- 403(b) Matching
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Bonuses
- Flexible Schedule
- Mental Health Day
Company overview
Pathpoint is a healthcare technology and services company operating in the health and human services sector. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes through technology-enabled services. While specific details about their product offerings are limited from the search results, companies in this space typically provide services such as care coordination, patient navigation, telehealth solutions, or healthcare analytics platforms. Pathpoint appears to be positioned at the intersection of healthcare services and technology, aiming to streamline healthcare processes and enhance the patient experience. The company's name suggests a focus on creating pathways or connection points within the healthcare ecosystem, potentially facilitating better communication between patients, providers, and healthcare systems. As a healthcare technology services provider, Pathpoint likely works with healthcare organizations to implement solutions that improve operational efficiency, patient engagement, and care quality while addressing the complex challenges of modern healthcare delivery.