On Call Direct Support Staff

East Bay InnovationsSupported Living Services (SLS)On-Call Direct Support - Emergency Cellphone Responder (E-Cell)About Our Organization:Established in 1994, East Bay Innovations (EBI) is a nonprofit human services organization that supports people with developmental disabilities, such as intellectual disabilities, autism, and cerebral palsy. Our person-centered services support people to live in their own homes, make choices about how they live, work in jobs of their choosing, and enjoy being part of their communities. We seek to further the human rights and empowerment of people with disabilities, and hire people who care about social justice and want to make a difference in the lives of others.EBI has been named a winner of San Francisco Chronicle’s Top Workplaces Award for 2023, 2024, and 2025!What does an Emergency Cellphone Responder do?You would provide 1:1 support to adults with developmental disabilities in their home and throughout their community. You would be trained on all the support needs for a number of our Supported Living clients, provide support to staff over the phone, find coverage for open shifts with other staff, and also be available to work shifts with clients in their homes as needed during an on-call 24 hour shift.What does your typical day on E-Cell look like?Organizing coverage for open shifts with our clientsResponding to emergency calls from support staffDiscussing emergency supports with clients’ families as neededSupporting staff with anything out of the ordinary!When you are working with clients, what does your day look like?You will be providing emotional support and companionshipGet some exercise and walks around their neighborhoodDo arts and craft projectsConnect with friends and loved ones virtuallyMeal planning and cooking mealsLight cleaning around their homesPersonal and intimate care (bathing and toileting)Wheelchair lifts and transfersGrocery shopping and other errands Using delivery or pick up servicesRequirements:High school diploma or equivalentTwo years experience working in the field of human services preferred. Someone who has an understanding and commitment to the philosophy of inclusion, access and consumer-driven services. Someone who has the ability to work cooperatively with consumers, their support systems, employers and other agencies. Someone who has the ability to solve problems independently and as part of a teamSomeone who is willing to commit to a minimum of one year on the E-Cell teamLocations:Working primarily in the Tri-Valley region: Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore. Our agency supports clients throughout Alameda CountyValid California driver’s license, a driving record that meets agency standards, auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicleSchedule:This is a part-time position. The Emergency Responder would be on-call for a 24 hour period on a weekly basisAvailable: Tuesdays - Tri-Valley (9:00AM Tuesday - 9:00AM Wednesday)Available: Thursday - Tri-Valley (9:00AM Thursday - 9:00AM Friday)Available: Fridays - Tri-Valley (9:00AM Friday - 9:00AM Saturday)Initially, there are also 16 hours of paid training with clients per week to learn the support needs of the clientsCompensation:$28.62 per hour during support hours$75 stipend for each 24 hour shift of on-call on weekdays$125 stipend for each 24 hour shift of on-call on weekend daysFour hours of training shifts paid at $8.62 per hour are guaranteed for each 24 hour on-call shiftBenefits:Medical coverage for those working 30 hours a week or more, with two different providers for you to choose fromDental and vision coverage for both full-time and part-time staffFlexible Spending Account & Dependent Care FSA, Commuter, and Parking pre-tax benefitsVoluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free mental health counseling sessions for you and members of your household403(b) retirement plan so you can invest in your futureEducation Assistance Fund, providing reimbursement for tuition, fees, and supplies for education and self-enrichment coursesMembership in the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021Many opportunities for training so you can feel confident in the work you do and prepare for future career opportunitiesPaid sick leave for all employees, and paid vacation for full-time employeesPaid holidays for all Federal holidaysMileage reimbursement for on-the-job driving at the IRS rateEBI offers Additional Language Stipends for staff based on language fluency assessment and client/department/agency needsStaff appreciation month with a BBQ, a party, daily raffles, and more, to celebrate you and the important work that you doThe Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is a federal program that forgives student loan debt for nonprofit employees after 120 qualifying payments. Employees who work at least 30 hours per week for a governmental, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, or other qualifying nonprofit organization may apply to have the balance of their student loans forgiven (tax free) after making 120 monthly payments.East Bay Innovations is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Powered by JazzHRUnuwEL5hTD