Community-Based Services - Skills Support Coach
We are looking for community-minded individuals who enjoy making a positive impact in people’s lives and sees value in giving back to their community. This job entails mentoring adults with disabilities by assisting them in gaining confidence in connecting with others in their community so they may live and work as independently as possible, as full members of their community.
Job Description
- Assists Program Participants in learning to become as independent as possible in integrated community settings.
- Provides supervision and transportation support as needed.
- Guides Program Participants in developing soft skills, social, interpersonal relationship skills, self-advocacy, and motivation, with the goal of greater community inclusion and/or competitive employment.
- Communicates effectively and professionally with the host businesses and organizations, supervisors, and Program Participants.
- Assists CBDS Coordinator in coordinating with Program Participants and Community Businesses and Organizations to set up volunteer positions, job shadows, and other integrated community experiences for and with Program Participants.
- Meets all agency and sponsoring agency documentation and reporting requirements, and other duties as required.
Requirements
- Mandatory background and driving record check
- Preferred Bachelor’s degree and/or commensurate experience of two years of Human Service Education or experience
- Knowledge of developmental disabilities, mental health, or traumatic brain injury helpful
- Continuing education/training specific to vocational rehabilitation practices is required
- Writing, simple math, typing, and computer skills
- Ability to inspire and motivate
- Professional communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to cross-train and work a flexible schedule
- Preferred ability to cover shifts on short notice
Benefits
- No weekends or holidays
- Part-time
- Monday-Friday
- Advancement opportunities with the right aptitude and ability
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and some Holidays
Pay
$13.00/hour plus $2.35/hour Direct Care wage
