Independent Living (ILS) & Employment Support Staff

Strategies to Empower People (STEP) is hiring full-time Independent Living Skills (ILS) & Employment Services Staff to provide in-person support for disabled adults receiving ILS and employment services in the greater Sacramento area.

Do you want to make a lasting impact on someone's life? Do you enjoy teaching people new skills? Then keep reading!

Independent Living Skills (ILS) & Employment Services Staff provide instruction and support for our clients who are working on developing daily living skills and job skills. We are looking for patient and creative people who can help our clients find new ways to grow their independence, find employment, or maintain their current employment! This includes support with activities like:

• Assisting with accessing programs such as Cal-Fresh, SSI, Housing, etc.
• Budgeting support and guidance
• On-site job skill training and support
• Social engagement and development
• Personal growth and health management
• And much more!

• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma, GED, or Certificate of Completion
• Must have at least one (1) year or related professional experience with independent living, employment skills training, education, or other similar professions
• Must be able to drive which means providing a current CA Driver License, current auto insurance, and have a clear Motor Vehicle Record

The pay rate for this position ranges from $23-$26 depending on verifiable, related experience.

This is a full-time (32+ hours per week) position that operates primarily in the field (THIS IS NOT A WORK-FROM-HOME POSITION). It has a flexible schedule that adapts to the needs of its caseload but tends to operate between the hours of 8a-6p.

Our Independent Living Services (ILS) & Employment Services Staff provide support in the Greater Sacramento area, which can include South Sacramento, Carmichael, Citrus Heights, and other surrounding areas.

Employees who meet a worked hours requirement can be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits after a short waiting period!

Other benefits include:

• Accrued vacation time after a waiting period
• Employee Assistant Program
• 401k after a waiting period/hours requirement
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• And TONS more! More information is available at

Strategies to Empower People is a 100% employee-owned company has been providing services to adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) since 1994 and is the largest provider of our type in the area!

We believe that every moment has potential, and we work tirelessly to ensure the people we serve are given every opportunity to be as independent as possible in their homes and in their communities.