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Join Our Holistic Support Team—Support Women with Developmental Delays (santa cruz)
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compensation:
$25 an hour +
employment type:
part-time
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Home and Community Assistant
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• Part-time assistant to support a 28-year-old woman with developmental delays at home, college, and in the community.
• Remedial education support, college coursework assistance, holistic daily living, follow-through on therapeutic routines.
• Compensation starts at $25/hour, based on experience and commitment.
• 20–30 hours per week.
What We’re Looking For:
• You practice a holistic lifestyle; reliable, flexible, energetic, with ample self-care.
• Creative skills: art, cooking, exercise, recreational, and remedial explorations.
• Health-conscious, vegan-friendly, culturally inclusive.
• Remedial education and non-mainstream tutoring skills — or the mindset to learn what works to assist with college coursework for a blooming career path.
• Clear communicator and excellent team player.
• Female applicants due to feminine hygiene support needs.
Who the Companion Is:
• 28-year-old woman enthusiastic about healing, educational growth, emotional connections, and expanding life skills.
• She began life at one pound, through alternative approaches learned to walk at six, read, enter dance performances, circus arts, and complete high school; now attending Cabrillo College part-time. (She really is amazing)
Video of her early days and inclusive development school: Watch here: https://youtu.be/UQwZTBQAgxg?si=mGHBD1acLhTyYE6H.
.• She has a companion service dog that requires daily walks and care. And we have a house kitty.
• Passionate about mental health, healing trauma, independence, and self-acceptance without being “fixed” or “pathologized.”
• Loves healthy recipes, cooking, baking, art, dressing up, circus performances, great music, concerts (with headphones), exploring diverse cultures, and new learning opportunities.
• Creative and accepting free thinker with a sharp intellect who can feel stumped when over-stimulated or in new environments.
• She is cared for by a single mom and a circle of support. We are seeking to strengthen our circle for community connections and sustainability.
What’s Required:
• Assist with attending Cabrillo College classes and completing assignments (remedial support).
• Research and obtain additional resources to support ongoing learning.
• Reinforce healthy living, hygiene habits, and therapeutic routines.
• Ensure safety precautions for her eyes and movement.
• Due to an early brain injury, we coach you on safety precautions.
• Scaffolding for household tasks such as: teaching and assisting her in the preparation of healthy meals, organization, light housekeeping, personal tasks, goals, and her service dog.
• Enjoy adventures including walks, library visits, learning outdoors, concerts, and Santa Cruz activities.
• Support to enhance reading, writing, and math skills for greater independence.
Job Details and Requirements:
• Letter of interest, resume, and in-person interview.
• Life Scan and fingerprints (DDS requirements).
• W-2 required (not a cash-paid position).
• Driver’s license.
• 2–3 references.
JOIN US: Apply—if interested:
• Email us, introduce yourself, and tell us why you want to be part of our team.
• Include any related work experience and current interests.
• State what hours you’re available and when you can start.
• Position is open. We are interviewing and hope to fill the position soon.
• Serious inquiries only. Growth opportunities...
Thank you! We look forward to meeting you!
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.