Back to Jobs
Redwood Family Care Network

Adult Behavioral Day Program Instructor - Temecula, CA at Redwood Family Care Network

Redwood Family Care Network Temecula, CA $18 - $20/year

Job Description

Changing Lives Shaping The Future

Instructor for Day Program - Temecula, CA

Job Title: Adult Behavioral Day Program Instructor Caregiver
Hourly Rate: $18 - $20/hr
Shifts Needed: 8:30AM - 2:30PM
Job Status: Full-Time
Work Locations: Temecula, CA

Redwood Family Care Network is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Mission is to provide World Class
person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments.

Redwood Family Care Network takes a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the Health and Safety of the individuals we support.

O ur employees share a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Benefits: Full-Time
  • Comprehensive benefits options, including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance.
  • HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
  • EAP (Employee assistance program)
  • Employee discount program
  • PTO (Paid time off)
  • Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
  • Pre-Tax 401(k)
  • After-Tax Roth
  • Tuition discount through Capella University
Benefits: Part-Time
  • Sick Time
  • EAP (Employee assistance program)
  • Employee discount program
  • Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
  • Tuition discount through Capella University
All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if Redwood Family Care Network is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment.

Here's What You'll Do:

The Day Program Instructors supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have quality of life. The Instructor promotes the health, safety, and well-being of residents. The Instructor serves as an advocate for our clients.

Essential Functions
  • Outline and prepare daily routine(s) for clients' (visual and active) as written in Individual Program Plan.
  • Assist clients with bathroom needs/change clients' undergarments and/or clothing if needed.
  • Prepare daily meals and assist with clean-up.
  • Support clients with daily living and vocational activities.
  • Pick-up/drop-off clients in company vans from/to their home/facility (if necessary).
  • Participate in client assessment, planning, and evaluation processes.
  • Input all client notes into computer programs/review IPP goals and communicate with supervisors when necessary.
  • Attend regular staff meetings and participate in continuing education and training.
  • Perform other related duties/assignments as required.
Education and Experience:
  • 1 year experience preferred supporting adults with developmental disabilities.
  • ASL preferred and not required.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must have a California Driver's License.
  • Candidate must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.
  • Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2 (Preferred or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of hire).
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) (Preferred or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of hire).
  • Must have First Aid / CPR.
Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs.
  • Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Work Remotely
  • No

Providing Excellent Support and Advocacy

By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted to the Employer by SonicJobs.
See Redwood Family Care Network Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at

$37k - $42k is below typical pay for Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary nationally

National salary averages
$37k - $42k
↓ 49% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$47k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $135k

Senior roles pay 70% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

You may have room to negotiate or find better offers elsewhere.

Slight employer advantage

Standard dynamics. Preparation and demonstrated value matter most.

Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Limited
Mobility
Low mobility
Durability
Mostly durable

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Credentialed candidates
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers, Self-taught practitioners

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.
Limited mobility: Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.

Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off

Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

-0%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: Doctoral or professional degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024