Community Support Coach- Lynn

Northeast Arc•Danvers, MA

6d•$20 - $25

About The Position

We are looking for motivated candidates to join our Guided Personal Support Program as a Community Support Coach in Lynn, MA and the surrounding area. The Community Support Coach provides in-home and community support for adults with developmental disabilities and visual impairment. Help pave the pathway to success for individuals with developmental disabilities! Community Support Coaches promote additional skill building around community integration, life skills, safety skills, and social skills based on individual goals. The Community Support Coach role is a flexible and creative position. The Guided Personal Support (GPS) Program is made up of a combination of SSQUAL contracts (Enhanced Family Support for Adults) from the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) that focus on preparing individuals on acquiring skills in different aspects of their lives to be more independent and live their best life. All the referrals in this program come from DDS.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Strong interpersonal skills and community skills
Proficient technology skills for documentation, communicating, and clocking in and out while working.
Valid driver's license
Reliable personal vehicle required for client transportation.
Ability to work on Saturday is a must.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in human services or another related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides support for individuals with a visual impairment in their home and/or within the community.
Helps to sight guide individuals while working on goals and skills acquisition with the individual in areas such as communication, social and recreation, ADL, safety skills while promoting independence, self-determination, and self-advocacy
Maintains regular communication with families, Program Director and other professionals involved with the family, when appropriate.
Works with families regarding intervention techniques if applicable.
Assists individuals and families in accessing resources that might be beneficial.
Respects human and legal rights of individuals served.
Completes all necessary paperwork such as progress notes, incident reports, time sheets and required DDS progress reports throughout the year.
Attends all annual mandatory trainings required by the program as well as Northeast Arc.

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