Community Living Assistant

Is Being a Community Living Assistant for You?

It is important for you to think about what you have learned in this realistic job preview. Ask yourself this question:

Is this work really for me?

When you work as a Community Living Assistant people depend on you. It is important that you make sure this is a job you want to do.

Remember to answer these questions before making a decision to accept a position as a Community Living Assistant:

What attributes do you think will make you a good candidate for working as a Community Living Assistant?
What challenges do you think you will face as a Community Living Assistant? What supports will you need to deal with these challenges?
Which parts of the job do you think you will enjoy the most?
What about working for EBI appeals to you? “I like doing this job because I feel like I should be giving something back and I can do that here."

If you have questions about the Community Living Assistant position, please email EBI's Supported Living Program.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about East Bay Innovations and the services we provide for people with developmental disabilities.

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Credits and Thanks

Special thank you to the Community Living Assistants and staff who shared their experiences and to the people who they support.

Many of the photos are of real Community Living Assistants and the people who they support. Permission for these photos was obtained from each person and the staff who support them. These photos cannot be used for purposes other than as they are used here without prior written permission.
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