Lead Community Based Day Support (CBDS) Coach
About The Position
The Lead Community Based Day Support (CBDS) Coach is a leadership opportunity for an experienced direct support, CBDS, or human services professional who will remain closely involved in supporting adults with Autism while helping coordinate day-to-day program operations. The role combines direct support with responsibility for program logistics, staff scheduling and coverage, and overall program flow. The Lead plans and facilitates groups, builds relationships with individuals, and supports skill development in community settings. Working closely with the VP and Director of ASD Services, the Lead helps coordinate schedules, group activities, transportation, supplies, and documentation to support a high-quality, engaging Life Skills CBDS Program.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of Autism, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and person-centered support practices.
- Ability to build positive relationships and engage individuals in meaningful, skill-building activities and community experiences.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to support schedules, group logistics, and program flow.
- Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and provide day-to-day leadership and support to the team.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with individuals, families, staff, and community partners.
- Flexibility, reliability, patience, and a collaborative approach in a fast-paced community-based program.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to pass CORI and fingerprinting background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in direct support, CBDS, day habilitation, residential, or other community-based human services settings.
- Experience working with adults with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, or related developmental disabilities.
- Prior experience mentoring peers, leading activities, or helping coordinate staff or daily program operations.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, social work, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support and deliver contracted services to individuals participating in the Life Skills CBDS Program.
- Support individuals in setting personal goals and developing daily living, community participation, health and wellness, relationship, self-advocacy, and pre-employment readiness skills.
- Coordinate and help manage the monthly group calendar, including preparing for activities by purchasing tickets, arranging transportation, and identifying parking.
- Help coordinate weekly staff schedules, day-to-day group operations, and coverage needs; serve as a reliable point person for the Life Skills CBDS team.
- Support daily program logistics, including van use, group readiness, supplies, and operational communications.
- Communicate proactively with program leadership about scheduling needs, participant concerns, program operations, and improvement ideas.
- Complete required documentation in a timely manner and reinforce documentation expectations across the CBDS team.
- Coordinate with the ASD Services Case Manager to support progress on individuals’ ISP goals.
- Build positive, professional relationships with individuals, families, community partners, and DDS personnel.
- Advocate for individuals’ independence, meaningful community engagement, and quality of life.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
