Mentor/Life Skills Coach I - Adult Day Services - $1,500 hiring Bonus

Easterseals Southern California•Glendale, CA

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Skills Coach I supports high-quality, person-centered, outcome-based adult day services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The coach directly assists participants in planning and selecting activities and life-skills learning experiences, and in achieving goals that foster self-awareness, personal growth, and independence. The role also provides emotional support, supervision, and personal care. This position is based in a community-based program in Glendale and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. No driving is required. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour. A $1,500 hiring bonus is available for the ADS Glendale Life Skills Coach position only, paid at three and six months of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Possess and maintain valid CPR and First Aid certifications.
Ability to demonstrate active listening, patience, and empathy when communicating with individuals using the service.
Ability to be creative and flexible, solve problems, organize and complete tasks promptly, follow written and oral directions, take initiative, and work effectively with team members and volunteers.
Ability to interact appropriately and maintain positive working relationships with associates, stakeholders, individuals, family members, caregivers, and the public.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision-making, exercise discretion, and handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately.
Ability to interpret and follow policies, procedures, and regulations.
Basic proficiency with general computer use and ability to enter information into applications used by the service line.
Ability to assist participants with personal care, including transferring an individual who has no weight-bearing skills.
Ability to resolve conflicts and remain calm in stressful environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively; walk, stoop, stand, and kneel for extended periods; push wheelchairs over varied terrain; tolerate outdoor work in varied weather; and move or rearrange furniture.
Ability to travel locally with individuals to participate in service-related activities.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record and fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation as required by ESSC and/or program requirements.
Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or a positive titer showing immunity.
Ability to pass a post-offer medical examination and tuberculosis test.
Must pass all drug testing required by ESSC.
Physical requirements include frequent carrying/lifting, standing, walking, travel, and repetitive motion; occasional sitting; visual acuity including close-distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; and constant exposure to unpleasant or hazardous conditions such as noise, heat, dust, and bodily fluids in indoor and outdoor environments.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of related experience is preferred; an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may also prepare someone to perform the job successfully.
Knowledge of person-centered programming approaches and services designed to create purposeful, meaningful activities.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with assessments, planning, and evaluation, including preparing for and attending support-team meetings and advocating for or facilitating Service Plan changes as needed.
Assist with developing and implementing Individual Service Plans consistent with individuals’ personal goals.
Maintain required documentation and data, including Individual Service Plans, quarterly and annual evaluations, and case notes.
Assist individuals in selecting person-centered activities and life-skills learning experiences in accordance with their desires, ISP, and IPP objectives.
Work with other direct support associates to plan and deliver activities consistent with individual and service objectives.
Supervise individuals while they are receiving services and provide personal care support as required, including nutrition, hygiene, and assistance with appearance.
Support individuals in finding preferred ways to communicate their needs and choices, and educate them on appropriate tools to help them express themselves.
Safely and effectively use technology, alternative communication, and adaptive equipment related to individuals and the service; train individuals in assistive technology as directed.
Follow service procedures, standards, guidelines, best practices, and applicable regulations to support health and safety, compliance, and service quality.
Attend required in-service trainings and meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.