Life Skills Coach (Direct Service Professional)
About The Position
The Life Skills Coach (Direct Service Professional) provides direct educational, vocational, and supported-living services to individuals with disabilities and adaptive needs. Under the direct supervision of a Training Specialist or Team Director, the coach implements objectives assigned by an immediate supervisor and supports participants in developing practical skills and social behaviors for independent or interdependent living and vocational life. The role involves direct work with individuals with developmental disabilities, local travel, and physical activities including lifting, pushing, and pulling. Full-time and part-time positions are available in the East San Gabriel Valley, West San Gabriel Valley, South Eastern LA County (including Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, La Mirada, and Pico Rivera), Harbor Cities, and North Orange County. The listed Whittier-area position is in person, with a day shift. The salary range is $17.65–$19.85 per hour.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a valid California driver's license, automobile insurance, a good DMV driving record, and a reliable, safe vehicle.
- Must be able to lift 50–80 pounds and perform the physical demands of the role.
- Must be able to work independently without direct supervision.
- Must communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally.
- Must successfully complete health and LiveScan screenings.
- Must complete a pre-employment background investigation following a conditional offer; criminal convictions may affect eligibility to work at REACH.
- Must have an interest in and willingness to learn about training and vocational needs of individuals with disabilities and adaptive needs.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with implementing vocational, independent-living, and interdependent-living objectives in participants’ individual support plans.
- Learn about participants’ specific needs and backgrounds.
- Participate in meetings and provide direct assistance in developing participants’ living-skills and/or vocational objectives.
- Promote healthful habits and participants’ sense of wellbeing.
- Support daily routines, including feeding, bathing, choosing attire, grooming, personal hygiene, and restroom needs.
- Maintain and publish progress notes for assigned participants and their objectives.
- Attend training on current independent-living practices and work with the Program Supervisor to implement new techniques and practices.
- Support informed choices about program schedules and changes or additions to daily activities.
- Provide group and individual instruction to carry out individual support plans.
- Transport participants to and from vocational, medical when applicable, and training activities in the community as needed.
- Attend and actively participate in peer group activities, discussions, and monthly staff and safety meetings.
- Participate in REACH safety programs and report safety issues or concerns.
- Follow REACH policies, including requirements for recording time worked and following safety and communications policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- CPR and First Aid training and certification are provided by REACH.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
