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PACS

Social services assistant

Live Oak, CA · On-site

... disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care. • Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plan for social ...

Pacs

Essential Duties Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing ... Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the ...

Pacs

Social Services Assistant

Ridgecrest, CA

Essential Duties Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing ... Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the ...

TEKsystems

Member Services Assistant

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

Urgently Hiring | Member Services Administrative Support Assistant Santa Barbara, CA | 100% Onsite ... Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee ...

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What is a disability services assistant?

Disability Services Assistants are professionals who support individuals with disabilities in educational, workplace, or community settings. Their main role is to provide assistance that enables individuals to access services, accommodations, and resources needed for daily activities or academic success. This may include helping with note-taking, mobility, communication, or using assistive technology. They often work under the supervision of disability services coordinators or specialists, ensuring compliance with legal requirements such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Their work is crucial in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disability services assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disability Services Assistant, you need a background in disability support, knowledge of relevant legislation, and typically a certificate or diploma in disability or community services. Familiarity with assistive technologies, case management software, and accessibility tools is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and problem-solving abilities help build trust and effectively support clients' needs. These competencies ensure personalized, respectful assistance that empowers individuals with disabilities and supports organizational compliance.

What are some common challenges disability services assistants face when supporting students or clients, and how can these be managed?

Disability Services Assistants often encounter challenges such as accommodating diverse needs, ensuring timely access to resources, and maintaining effective communication with both clients and staff. Balancing a high caseload while providing personalized support can be demanding. Successful assistants manage these challenges through strong organizational skills, ongoing training in accessibility best practices, and regular collaboration with educators, case managers, and medical professionals to provide holistic support. Open communication and flexibility are key to adapting to each individual's unique requirements.

What qualifications do you need to work as a disability services assistant?

To work as a disability services assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Some positions may require certification in first aid, CPR, or disability support, and relevant experience or training in assisting individuals with disabilities is often preferred.

What are the most commonly searched types of Disability Services jobs in California?

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Funeral Services Assistant

Service Corporation International

San Gabriel, CA • On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago

Service Corporation International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 97 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 9 rated funeral services

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work!
Provides clerical and administrative assistance supporting funeral operations. Other general duties include meeting the general public, answering questions and providing information on funeral and cremation information and other related topics, answering phones courteously and in a polite manner, assisting on funeral, memorial and other services or ceremonies as requested by funeral home clients and management. Attendance at monthly staff meeting is expected.
The Funeral Services Assistant duties must be performed consistent with company mission and values and adherence to company policies and procedures.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepares for services to include delivering and setting up floral arrangements, chairs, caskets, urns, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; ensures proper care and storage of any of these items
  • Prepares documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, as directed by management
  • Assists with respectful preparation of remains of deceased, including dressing and lifting deceased, or operation of crematory, as permitted by law and in keeping with company regulations
  • Performs office duties such as answering phones and operating fax machine, computer, multiline phone system, debit card machine, typewriter, postage meter and scale and stereo/video system.
  • Run errands such as for floral delivery, picking up of supplies, documents, etc
  • Serves as an usher and may park cars or perform any transportation requirements.
  • Drives Funeral Home vehicles for services and picking up families
  • Ensures refreshments are available (where allowed by law)
  • Assist with visitations, memorial and funeral services which may include; visitation and chapel set up, dressing and casketing remains, delivering family items and flowers.
  • Prepares documents related to services, cremations, maintenance etc.,
  • Greets and receives client families and / or other persons entering the office for information and assistance
  • Accommodates the needs of the family during a service and/or visitation
  • May wash and clean funeral home vehicles and other client vehicles as required from time to time

MINIMUM Requirements
Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Experience
  • Previous customer service and/or sales experience preferred
  • Proficient with MS Office suite and databases preferred; ability and willingness to learn required

Certification/Licenses
  • Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • High level of compassion and integrity
  • Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional behaviors and team player

Pay:
  • $16.50 - $20 an hour

Benefits:
  • Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program.
  • As part of your pre-employment background check, your criminal conviction history will be verified given that this role requires the following material job duties: Working around and/or handling deceased and working around families and colleagues
    Convictions creating a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with the identified job duties may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.

Postal Code: 91776
Category (Portal Searching): Operations
Job Location: US-CA - San Gabriel

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