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About the Role
About You
- Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
- Ability to provide direct caregiving when needed.
- Experience in leading, advising, organizing, and motivating groups.
- Excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to teach and provide skills in program areas.
- Willingness to assist in various tasks as needed.
- Valid DMV driver's license with a minimum of 3 years driving experience.
- Ability to pass an employment physical and criminal background check.
- Experience in a caregiving role.
- CPR and First Aid certifications or willingness to obtain.
- A good sense of humor.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- (403B) with matching of $.50 on the $1.00 on a tenure scale
- Paid Vacation, Sick, 3 Personal Days and 10 paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Account Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer paid Life/ADD insurance policy
- Employer paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- Hiring bonus of up to $1,000 distributed over the first year of employment
Cedars offers award-winning day programs and residential services for nearly 200 adults with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to foster independence, defend dignity, and realize each person’s full potential. Cedars is one of California’s original programs for people with developmental disabilities. Over the past century, the organization has continued to grow and thrive. Today, Cedars is stronger than ever — with an unwavering dedication to inspiring creative, productive, and joyous lives for the next 100. RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS The focus of the Cedars Residential Program is to provide an active, safe, healthy, and supportive environment for the individuals at Cedars, whether they reside in the Generoso Pope, Jr. Ross Residences or in a Cedars group home. Helping residents to lead a life built on their preferences and strengths is a core value at Cedars. DAY PROGRAMS Cedars Community Connections Participants in Community Connections build on their strengths and create a sense of meaning and accomplishment through participation in a variety of volunteer opportunities across Marin County. Cedars Fine Art Studios Artists in the Cedars Fine Art Studios program explore their creativity in fine art, expressive arts, music and jewelry making. Participants here are working artists. They create gallery-ready portfolios for exhibitions and juried shows throughout California. Cedars Textile Arts Collaborative Situated on a 22-acre ranch in San Rafael, CA, Cedars Textile Arts Collaborative is home to our textile arts program, animal care, garden and art programs. Music and senior programs are also here in a beautiful natural environment.