UCP Job Openings

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing direct support, teaching, and facilitation to enable participants with disabilities to engage in chosen activities are in line with their person-centered plan. 

Duties and Responsibilites:

• Provides individual and group supervision and instruction to clients both in the community and within the program facility.
• Provides input into the development of Individual Service Plans.
• Provides follow through on client’s ISP goals/objectives to assure that they are properly implemented, monitored, documented and evaluated to meet program requirements.
• Records daily progress made by client in meeting ISP goals and objectives.
• Sets up instructional/training supplies each day as directed by the Program Manager or his/her designee.
• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings with Program Manager and other related personnel.
• Assists in developing and implementing non-aversive behavioral management plans to meet the needs of the client.
• Operates personal or agency-owned vehicle in a safe manner and in accordance with California State law.
• Assists with cleanup of program facility and ensure that all materials are put away in appropriate location.
• Monitors and assists clients arriving and departing the program including program vehicles and outside transportation departments. 
• Assists in personal care needs of clients including but not limited to toileting, dressing, feeding, personal hygiene, lifting and positioning.
• Ensures client’s safety with regard to special adapted equipment, i.e., wheelchairs, trays, speech devices.
• Maintains a professional demeanor with management, co-workers, members of the community, and with all outside agencies.
• Maintains Code of Safe Practices for his or her classification.
• Dispenses medication to clients following Program Manager’s directives.
• Adheres to the guidelines found in the Employee Handbook.
• Adheres to the Rights of Persons with Developmental Disabilities, maintain client confidentiality, follow required reporting procedures with respect to special incidents or suspected abuse.
• Advocates for client rights and needs.
• Completes and submits in a timely fashion, documentation of each client’s progress including daily session notes, monthly progress reports and daily activity sheets.
• Assists clients with unanticipated or emergency situations that may arise.
• Selects or develops resource materials to enable client growth.
• Participates in in-service training as required and maintains required certification.
• Adheres to guidelines for conducting Community Based Instruction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and implement a tracking system for all clients served.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and monthly/annual goals.
• Has the ability to quickly learn new systems as they are implemented.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, videoconferencing using Zoom, Webex, etc., and adequate/reliable internet access.

Education and Experience:

• CPR and First Aid certification (can be provided by UCP)
• Valid driver license and clean driving record, Insurance.
• DOJ fingerprint clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and/or talking on the phone.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds.

Pay Rate: Hourly, Non-exempt, $18.25 per hour

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing direct support, teaching, and facilitation to enable participants with disabilities to engage in chosen activities are in line with their person-centered plan. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides individual and group supervision and instruction to participants in the community, within the facility, in home or through videoconferencing.
• Plans and facilitates program activities.
• Provides care and supervision as necessary to facilitate full participation.
• Supports participants to best advocate for themselves and participate in informed decision making.
• Provides feedback to team into the development of Individual Service Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP) and when applicable attend meetings.
• Provides follow through on the individual’s person-centered plan to assure that they are properly implemented, monitored, documented and evaluated to meet program requirements.
• Records daily progress made by individuals in meeting ISP/Person-Centered goals.
• Paperwork and appointment documentation must be recorded daily, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Selects or develops person-centered curriculum each day as directed by the individual and/or Program Manager.
• Attends regularly scheduled trainings and staff meetings, either virtually or in-person.
• Provides assistance with work site adaptations under direction of Program Manager or their designee.
• Assists in implementing non-aversive behavioral management plans to meet the needs of the individual.
• Operates personal or agency-owned vehicle in a safe manner and in accordance with CA State law.
• Assists with cleanup of program facility and other areas where work may be performed.
• Follows proper procedures as outlined in their person-centered plan for loading & unloading individuals from vehicles.
• Assists with safe practices including hand washing, hand sanitizer, donning and maintaining face mask/or shield and maintaining (as best as situation allows) safe distancing. Assists in personal care needs of participants including but not limited to support in the restroom, dressing, eating, lifting, and positioning.
• Maintains a professional demeanor with employers/families/care providers and other professionals while in the community, and with all outside agencies.
• Maintains Code of Safe Practices for his or her classification.
• Dispenses medication to individuals following Program Manager’s directives in accordance with program policies and applicable regulations.
• Follows guidelines of personnel policies regarding absences.
• Adheres to the Rights of Persons with Developmental Disabilities, maintains participant confidentiality; follows required reporting procedures with respect to incidents or suspected abuse.
• Keeps a charged cell phone with them at all times while providing service to supported persons outside of a UCP facility.
• Follows all protocols regarding individual adaptive needs. Ensures the proper use of adapted equipment including, but not limited to, wheelchairs, braces, crutches, communication devices, hearing aids, seating or positioning equipment, communication devices, or other similar pieces of equipment.
• Responds in a timely manner any communication from Program Manager.
• Logs time accurately and promptly in NOVAtime.
• Be willing to travel to different locations and have reliable transportation.
• Other duties assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and implement a tracking system for all clients served.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and monthly/annual goals.
• Has the ability to quickly learn new systems as they are implemented.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, videoconferencing using Zoom, Webex, etc., and adequate/reliable internet access.

Education and Experience:

• CPR and First Aid certification (can be provided by UCP).
• DOJ fingerprint clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and/or talking on the phone.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds.

Pay Rate: Hourly, Non-exempt, $17.50 per hour

Position Description:

Class B driver responsibilities include the safe transportation of adults with developmental disabilities from their homes to day programs and back through a directed route. We comply with DOT Driver Regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspection of the bus; when indicated arranges to have fluids levels filled or minor adjustments/repairs made before starting the route.  Reports defects to supervisor immediately.  Turns in completed, signed, written report of inspection at the end of each day.
• Assists passengers from door to door, boarding and de-boarding the bus including personal belongings
• Makes sure each passenger is properly secured i.e., using his/her seat belt.
• Assesses the safety features of a wheelchair prior to accepting the individual as a passenger (i.e. brakes are working properly, wheelchair has a seat belt, wheelchair appears to be in good working order).
• Ensures that each person riding in a wheelchair is properly secured with tie-downs.
• Regulates heating, lighting, ventilating and audio systems for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local traffic regulations.
• Reports delays or accidents in a timely manner.
• Records mileage and daily attendance accurately and completely at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Cleans vehicle at the end of the daily shift.
• Follows emergency procedures as outlined in the UCP Transportation Manual.
• Follows Code of Safe Practices for the Transportation department.
• Submits all required paperwork in a complete and timely manner.
• Maintains all supplemental equipment for the vehicle including but not limited to phones/radio, fire extinguishers, tie-downs, first aid kit, bio-hazard kits.
• Ensures that all passengers are treated respectfully, in a professional manner and safely escorted door to door at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Candidates must possess a valid Commercial driver’s license w/Passenger Endorsement.
• Current DMV printout and a minimum of 2 or less points.
• Applicants with previous experience working with people with disabilities are a plus, and may be eligible for a level 2 driver rate.
• Customer service skills and knowledge of the Sacramento area.

Schedule: This is a full-time position, working Monday – Friday; Schedules vary between 6am-6:30pm
Pay Rate: Hourly, Non-exempt, $19.50-$20.00 per hour. Includes a Merit program, Excellent benefits, to include Vacation/Sick/Holiday pay, Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Long Term Disability/403b Plan with a match. All schedules are split shift with morning hours, and an approximate 2 hour break.  afternoon schedule.

Position Description:
Class C driver responsibilities include the safe transportation of adults with developmental disabilities from their homes to day programs and back through a directed route driving a small Bus/Van. We comply with DOT Driver Regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspection of the bus; when indicated arranges to have fluids levels filled or minor adjustments/repairs made before starting the route.  Reports defects to supervisor immediately.  Turns in completed, signed, written report of inspection at the end of each day.
• Assists passengers from door to door, boarding and de-boarding the bus including personal belongings
• Makes sure each passenger is properly secured i.e., using his/her seat belt.
• Assesses the safety features of a wheelchair prior to accepting the individual as a passenger (i.e. brakes are working properly, wheelchair has a seat belt, wheelchair appears to be in good working order).
• Ensures that each person riding in a wheelchair is properly secured with tie-downs.
• Regulates heating, lighting, ventilating and audio systems for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local traffic regulations.
• Reports delays or accidents in a timely manner.
• Records mileage and daily attendance accurately and completely at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Cleans vehicle at the end of the daily shift.
• Follows emergency procedures as outlined in the UCP Transportation Manual.
• Follows Code of Safe Practices for the Transportation department.
• Submits all required paperwork in a complete and timely manner.
• Maintains all supplemental equipment for the vehicle including but not limited to phones/radio, fire extinguishers, tie-downs, first aid kit, bio-hazard kits.
• Ensures that all passengers are treated respectfully, in a professional manner and safely escorted door to door at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Candidates must possess a valid Class C driver’s license.
• Current DMV printout and a minimum of 2 or less points.
• Applicants with previous experience working with people with disabilities are a plus, and may be eligible for a level 2 driver rate.
• Customer service skills and knowledge of the Sacramento area.

Schedule: This is a full-time position, working Monday – Friday; Schedules vary between 6am-6:30pm
Pay Rate: Hourly, Non-exempt, $17.75-$18.00 per hour. Includes a Merit program, Excellent benefits, to include Vacation/Sick/Holiday pay, Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Long Term Disability/403b Plan with a match. All schedules are split shift with morning hours, and an approximate 2 hour break.

Position Description:

The ILS Instructor is responsible for the development and implementation of individualized plans of instruction to assist persons to live independently in the community or in a less restrictive environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Confers with management to gain knowledge of specific services and/or resources related to the consumer’s needs.
• With input from consumer, develops goals and objectives and determines individual instructional methods to assist consumer in reaching his or her goals.
• Advocates for consumer rights and needs.
• Selects or develops resource materials to enable consumer growth.
• Conducts personalize training sessions covering specific areas identified by the consumer and his/her instructor.
• Updates CLASP Program Supervisor, Alta Case Manager and other pertinent parties concerning the current status of their consumer.
• Completes and submits in a timely fashion, documentation of each consumer’s progress including daily session notes, monthly progress reports and semi-annual reports.
• Assists consumers with unanticipated or emergency situations that may arise.
• Participates in staff meetings or in-service training as required.
• Participates in inter-agency meetings directly related to the consumers on the instructor’s caseload.
• Adheres to the Code of Safe Practices for his/her classification.
• Other projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Must enjoy working with disabled adults.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Pass a physical including a back evaluation demonstrating the ability to lift 35 lbs. safely.
• Have and maintain current auto insurance and driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to travel to client’s home(s) using reliable transportation.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification (can be provided by UCP).
• Valid driver license and clean driving record, Insurance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds.

Pay Rate: Hourly, Non-exempt, $18 per hour

POSITION TITLE: Program Supervisor –Full Time

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Assist the Program Manager (PM) in the daily operation of the program.  Oversee staff job performance; assist in the implementation of the program curriculum; monitor and implement goals and objectives of client ISP’s; responsible for keeping the PM informed and updated on all program information; assist with Time recordkeeping; oversee staff adherence to schedules; assist with the maintenance of client records and ensure that confidentiality is respected; actively promote a safety conscious work environment; other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Qualified applicants will have a minimum of 1 yr. supervisory experience; job experience working with individuals with developmental or physical disabilities; ability to maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications; ability to effectively communicate in English, in both verbal and written form, in a professional manner.

PROGRAM:  Orange Grove

PAY RATE:   $22.00 – $24.00 per hour.

JOB TYPE:   Full time

FULL BENEFITS: (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D)
Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Position Summary

Reporting to the Recreation Manager, the Program Billing and Client Support Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Recreation Division with preparation of program billing data, collecting invoices and receipts, fiscal reconciliation, preparation of billing reports, program/client scheduling, general customer support, and other administration duties. A primary responsibility for this position will be the administration of UCP’s Pay/FMS (financial management services) program, which provides reimbursement and third-party payments to individuals and families participating in qualified recreation or socialization activities. The ideal candidate will possess excellent account billing and reconciliation experience, communication skills, contract experience, strong ability to work with data and reports, excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, and a passion for expanding UCP’s mission to help more individuals and their families.

Essential Functions
UCP Pay/FMS Program Management (Primary Function)

• Manage essential activities for UCP’s new UCP Pay/FMS program under the direction of the COO and Recreation Manager.
• Assist new clients become registered and properly set up in our UCP Pay/FMS program.
• Collect and record client authorizations for expenditures.
• Verify key authorization and payment data with families and vendors.
• Authorize funds available, track expenditures, release funds, collect receipts and generate billable reports.
• Collaborate with the UCP CFO, Accounts Billable, and Accounts Receivable specialists.
• Bill appropriately under UCP contracts.
• Provide customer support for program participants, service coordinators, and UCP support staff.
• Develop systems with written standard operating procedures and documentation.

Other Duties

• Provide technical assistance for key staff including the COO, eLearning and Technology Specialist, and the Recreation Manager.
• Collect and analyze key program billing data and service metrics.
• Provide reconciliation of program billing data with UCP finance teams.
• Provide scheduling, registration, and payment support for individuals attending UCP recreation events.
• Assist with reviewing and updating service agreements and contracts.
• Answer, screen, and forward incoming calls to the appropriate department or individual.
• Perform general administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and document preparation.
• Respond to inquiries from both internal staff and external customers with professionalism and courtesy and provide technical assistance if necessary.
• Periodically attend on-site events and activities in support of the Recreation program department.

Required Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, or related field is preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of accounting, billing or related fields. Experience with Regional Center services preferred.

Required Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Billing/Accounting Skills: Strong analytical skills including exceptional abilities working with spreadsheets and data tables, ledgers, invoicing, data reconciliation, and accounts receivable.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, service coordinators, and professional peers.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize, and maintain attention to detail.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable learning new software tools.
• Interpersonal Skills: Approachable and professional demeanor.
• Confidentiality: Strong understanding of maintaining confidentiality in handling financial information.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with program and finance teams; and outside stakeholders to ensure the UCP’s objectives are achieved, and individuals feel valued.
• Customer Service Orientation: Strong ability to provide excellent support and assistance to internal team members, fostering a team environment.
• Decision making: Ability to demonstrate good decision-making, problem-solving and independent judgment skills.

Location
This position is located on site at UCP of Sacramento and Northern California, 4350 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95841. Work

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions of this position include performing work in an office environment with travel to locations as needed. The office environment may include constant interruptions and interactions with the public. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear well enough to converse on the telephone and in person.

Use of hands and fingers are required for computer keyboarding, filing, writing and answering telephones, and possess visual acuity well enough to read instructions.

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be added at any time per the business need

Equal Opportunity Employment
UCP of Sacramento and Northern California is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination harassment and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on the following characteristics: race, color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision making, age (40 years and over) sexual orientation, veteran or military status, domestic violence victims, political affiliation, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal antidiscrimination law covering employment.

Position Summary

   Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Accounts Payable Specialist ensures timely and accurate payment and recording of transactions with our vendors. Responsibilities include invoice management, check processing, credit card expense management, month-end closing support, annual reporting and compliance, DMV and Property Tax compliance, bank reconciliation and file management and recordkeeping.

Essential Functions

• Review, audit, and process all credit card statements, expense reports, vendor payments, and invoices including coding.
• Prioritizing invoices to ensure timely payment to our vendors and handling manual check requests for vendor payment, while taking all reasonable prompt payment discounts.
• Facilitate payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers.
• Reconcile statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate with coworkers, management, and vendors regarding purchases and payments due.
• Run-month-end reports and provide the CFO with any reports requested and assist with monthly closing routines and annual audits.
• Manage DMV and Property Tax Coordination including vehicle registrations, renewals and associated documentation.
• Assist with Accounts Receivables as needed.
• Regular and predictive attendance.
• Other projects assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree in finance, accounting, business or related field preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of related experience preferred.

Required Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively and professionally with employees, managers and vendors.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize, and maintain attention to detail.
• Interpersonal Skills: Approachable and professional demeanor.
• Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with GAAP, debits and credits and SAGE 100 accounting software preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and particularly strong with Excel. Comfortable learning new software tools. 10-key by touch.
• Confidentiality: Strong understanding of maintaining confidentiality in handling employee information.
• Decision making: Ability to demonstrate good decision-making, problem-solving and independent judgment skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with other departments

Location and Working Hours

This position is located on site at UCP of Sacramento and Northern California, 4350 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95841.

Schedule can vary with hours expected between 7:30am – 5:30pm

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions of this position include performing work in an office environment with travel to locations as needed. The office environment may include constant interruptions and interactions with the public. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear well enough to converse on the telephone and in person.

Use of hands and fingers are required for computer keyboarding, filing, writing and answering telephones, and possess visual acuity well enough to read instructions.

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be added at any time per the business need.