Independent Living Skills Coach

Reach for Resources, Inc. • Minneapolis, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Independent Living Skills Coaches promote independence by teaching, coaching, modeling, encouraging, and supporting adults with disabilities and mental health conditions as they develop practical life skills, connect with community resources, and participate in meaningful community activities. Coaches work with each person, their family, and their team to develop, implement, and periodically evaluate a Community Living Plan, while representing Reach for Resources, Inc. courteously and professionally.

The role involves individualized, one-on-one support in people’s homes and throughout the community, primarily through direct support and field work. Coaches work independently while remaining connected to their team and follow an assigned caseload and daily schedule. The position serves Hennepin County and surrounding areas, with sporadic visits to the Edina home office and possible travel elsewhere in the Twin Cities based on staffing needs. Working hours vary between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. according to caseload needs; the role is not expected to exceed 40 hours per week. Weekends, nights, and holidays may be needed. No overnight shifts are required.

Pay is $19 per hour, with mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel. Benefits and PTO eligibility can depend on full-time status. The work is community-based and includes limited office and remote duties. Physical demands include lifting under 20 pounds, moving around office, program, community, or client locations, safely driving a motor vehicle, monitoring the work environment, and communicating effectively with others.

Requirements

• Knowledge customarily acquired through post-high-school education or relevant experience in disability services, mental health, human services, psychology, education, social work, or a related field; relevant experience may substitute for formal education.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to support a diverse population in developing and maximizing independent living skills, explore effective approaches, teach practical life skills, and seek resources, guidance, and information to support individual needs and outcomes.
• Ability to work within a team framework and facilitate an independent daily schedule under defined policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Must meet the organization's driver qualification requirements and maintain legal authorization to operate a motor vehicle for work purposes.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Excel.
• Genuine interest in helping others.
• Willingness to share a warm personality and sense of humor professionally.
• Ability to balance compassion with professional boundaries.
• Ability to lift under 20 pounds, move about work and client locations, safely drive, monitor the work environment, and effectively communicate and exchange information.

Responsibilities

• Teach, coach, model, encourage, and support people in developing independent living skills.
• Work with each person, their family, and their team to develop, implement, and periodically evaluate a Community Living Plan.
• Help people connect with community resources and participate in meaningful activities in their communities.
• Adapt support to each individual's needs using a person-centered approach.
• Represent Reach for Resources, Inc. courteously and professionally.
• Travel to provide support in individuals’ homes and community settings, and attend occasional visits to the Edina home office.
• Operate a motor vehicle as an essential function of the job.

Benefits

• Generous PTO package (15 days a year for full-time employees, with increases each year)
• 13 floating holidays for full-time employees
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company matching
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible, community-based schedule
• Opportunities for professional growth, advocacy, and advancement
• Wellness focus
• Supportive supervisors and open working culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed