Life Skills Coach- Part Time

Aspire Indiana Health•Anderson, IN

About The Position

Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive whole-health services, including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services, and programs addressing social determinants of health such as housing and employment. It serves people of all ages across five Central Indiana counties. The part-time Life Skills Coach provides life-skills training to adults with mental illness who live in residential facilities, helping them build skills and live their best lives. Coaching may include organizational skills, budgeting, shopping, and general life skills in a supportive living environment. First, second, or third shifts are available. A $250 hiring bonus is offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in a service capacity, paid or unpaid, with individuals such as children, youth, older adults, people with physical, emotional, or mental disabilities, or people with special needs; related coursework as determined through review of a college transcript may also apply.
Current driver's license and a good driving record.
Ability to transport others.
Drug screening, TB test, and extensive background checks are required. Background checks include criminal history, sex offender registry, state central registry, education verification, and professional references.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field such as social work, psychology, or counseling.
Basic knowledge of the Recovery Model.

Responsibilities

Provide life-skills training to adults with mental illness living in residential facilities.
Help residents build skills to support their independence and quality of life.
Coach residents in areas such as organization, budgeting, shopping, and general life skills.