Life Skills/Social Coach/Integration into the Jewish Community   

The Life Skills/Social Coach will be part of the Etta's J-CHAI program, responsible for teaching, coaching and assisting adults with intellectual and/or developmental challenges in all aspects of their daily living to foster independence and ensure their quality of life in the Jewish Community. This is a part-time position, up to 15 hours a week, with a flexible schedule, that may require work on nights and weekends. Your foremost purpose will be to make a positive difference in the daily life of our participants. 

Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, with all levels of staff
• Experience in working with adults with disabilitie
• Ability to obtain fingerprint/abuse index clearance from Community Care Licensing, if program requires
• Drive/have a car

Location: Pico Roberston

Compensation: Paid part-time position.

To apply or for more information, email a resume and cover letter to diana.warshawsky@etta.org

Shomer Shabbos Staff

Etta Israel Center seeks Shomer Shabbos MEN for Shabbos duty in our men’s group homes. Located in the Valley near Chabad, Shaarey Zedek and other shuls.  6 residents.  On-duty from  approximately 4 PM Friday to midnight Saturday night. Duties:  assisting residents in the observance and celebration of Shabbat; walking to shul; socializing; and ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents. Must be a US citizen and should be available to work at least one Shabbat per month. Background clearance and training will be required.

Location: Sherman Oaks & Valley Village

Compensation: Paid position.

To apply or for more information, send email to gh1@etta.org call Aaron at 818-785-2054.

Sunday DSPs for Activities

Seeking DSPs (Direct Support Professionals) to work on Sunday from 8 - 4 PM or from 4 PM to midnight. Sunday is a fun day for our adult group home residents. It is a day for trips, movies, bowling, parks, basketball, etc. We are looking for individuals who are interested in supervising these activities on Sundays -- this include driving our 8 passenger van. If you already have your DSP certificate - that would be wonderful! Experience is preferred but we will train if you have some background working with developmentally disabled individuals. Candidates must have a valid California driver's license and an excellent driving record as well as be able to pass background check and be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Location: Sherman Oaks & Valley Village

Compensation: $8 to $12 per hour depending upon prior experience

To apply, please send email and resume to diana.warshawsky@etta.org

Staff Needed for Religious Girls' Post-High School Program

The Etta Israel Center's Ner Shoshana program is seeking assistance for young adults with developmental disabilities during the 2011/2012 academic year. Full time position: Monday through Thursday 8:00-4:30, Friday 8:00-1:30 pm. Successful candidate will be educated in orthodox Jewish school practices and capable of creating a religiously appropriate environment. Job duties include: supervising students, program planning,  carrying out behavior modification plans, setting and implementing goals for each student.  Applicants must have a high school diploma and experience working with individuals with special needs. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and available to be interviewed in Los Angeles.

Location: Los Angeles

To apply please send resume and cover letter to claudia.wenger@etta.org