Facilitator/Counselor – Tailored Day Service (TDSO)

Program: INDayPrograms
Reports To: Program Supervisor / Director
Supervises: None

Position Summary

The Facilitator/Counselor provides direct support to participants in community-based settings, assisting in the development of functional skills through one-to-one training consistent with Individual Service Plans (ISPs).

This position requires professional competence, emotional resilience, and physical capability to work in dynamic, community-based environments, which may include:

• Supporting individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities.

• Assisting with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and hygiene, as needed.

• Facilitating community integration, volunteer opportunities, and employment exploration.

• Implementing ISP goals in natural community settings.

Candidates must understand that this role has inherent emotional and physical demands and requires full capability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively.

Primary Duties

• Provide individualized, one-to-one support in community settings according to ISP goals.

• Conduct client contacts, schedule and implement weekly activities aligned with ISPs.

• Assist with intake, assessment, and planning processes as required.

• Support self-care tasks (feeding, toileting, hygiene) when necessary.

• Promote participant independence, dignity, and full inclusion in community activities.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation of participant progress and activities.

• Communicate effectively with participants, families, and program staff.

• Support safe transportation of participants to and from community activities.

• Cooperate fully with any internal investigations of reported incidents or claims.

Professional Conduct and Reporting Responsibilities

• Employees must perform all duties with honesty, integrity, and professionalism.

• Any work-related injury or illness must be reported promptly and truthfully to a supervisor.

• INDayPrograms fully supports employees who report legitimate workplace injuries in good faith; retaliation against such employees is strictly prohibited.

• Submitting knowingly false, fraudulent, or intentionally misleading reports—including fabricated or exaggerated workers’ compensation claims—is strictly prohibited and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination, and may be referred to the employer’s insurer or law enforcement.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age at the time of hire.

• DOJ criminal record clearance.

• Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record and at least two years of driving experience.

• Safe and reliable vehicle with current, adequate auto insurance for transporting participants.

• CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

• COVID vaccine or documented medical/religious exemption.

• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.

• Some college coursework preferred.

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $19.50 – $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Healthcare coverage.
• Paid major holidays as specified by INDayPrograms.
• Sick leave in accordance with company policy and California law.
• Self-development and professional training opportunities to support career growth.