Empower Lives. Build Independence. Create Lasting Change.

At EmpowerLife Skills Network, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live with confidence, dignity, and independence. We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Independent Living Skills (ILS) Case Managers who are passionate about helping adults with developmental disabilities achieve meaningful, person-centered goals. If you’re looking for a career where your work truly changes lives, we’d love to welcome you to our team. 

Position Summary

As an ILS Case Manager, you will provide individualized, community-based Independent Living Skills (ILS) instruction to adults with developmental disabilities. You will work alongside each individual to build practical life skills, promote self-determination, and increase independence while respecting their personal choices, strengths, culture, and goals.

This position requires traveling throughout Santa Maria, Guadalupe, Orcutt, Lompoc, and Santa Barbara to provide services in individuals’ homes and throughout their communities. Mileage for approved business travel is reimbursed at $0.72 per mile.

What You’ll Do

• Develop trusting, respectful, and professional relationships with the individuals you support.

• Provide person-centered Independent Living Skills instruction based on each individual’s goals and Individual Services Plan (ISP).

• Teach daily living skills including meal preparation, housekeeping, budgeting, shopping, personal health, time management, transportation, and community safety.

• Support individuals in developing communication, self-advocacy, social, and problem-solving skills.

• Encourage community integration through recreational, educational, volunteer, and employment-related activities.

• Document progress toward individual goals using accurate, timely, and professional case notes.

• Collaborate with families, Service Coordinators, and other members of the individual’s interdisciplinary team.

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.

• Ensure services are delivered safely while promoting each individual’s dignity, choice, and independence.

What We’re Looking For

We are searching for professionals who genuinely care about making a difference in the lives of others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Sociology, or a related field preferred.

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently while managing a flexible schedule.

• Passion for teaching rather than doing, empowering individuals to become more independent.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Valid California Driver’s License.

• Reliable personal vehicle with proof of insurance.

• Ability to travel throughout Santa Barbara County.

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

• Ability to use a smartphone, tablet, and computer for documentation.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds when necessary.

 Please send your resume to Careers@empowerlifeskillsnetwork.