Day Program Life Skills Coach

29 Acres Inc•Farmers Branch, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Skills Coach for Enrich Dallas helps clients with their planned goals, recreational activities (e.g. lake sports, swimming, rock climbing), vocational opportunities, life skills and personal care. The Life Skills coach supplies clients support for generalizing learned skills and teaching new skills. Additionally, they use company transportation to transport clients and ensure safety at events in the community. 29 Acres is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 29 Acres focuses on using research-based practices and programming to make meaningful and measured progress. At 29 Acres, we prioritize individualized programming, setting specific goals and outcomes tailored to the unique needs of our clients. 29 Acre’s living community is located in Crossroads Texas approximately 30 miles north of Dallas. Located near the shores of Lake Lewisville, 29 Acres is a quiet community yet is only minutes away from the University of North Texas and all the major services and activities of the Dallas metroplex. It is easily accessible from several highways serving the North Texas area. This position would be located at our non-residential Day Program Hub in North Dallas off of Highway 635.

Requirements

Highschool diploma or GED
Some experience working with individuals with ASD or intellectual disabilities.
Must complete Company Training within the first 90 days of employment: CPR, First Aid, and CPI
Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.
Must hold a valid Texas driver’s license and possess an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of an associate degree or credits equivalent to Junior in College (at least 60 hours)
RBT Certification

Responsibilities

Provide individualized life skills training to assist clients in planning daily activities, daily life skills, budgeting, cooking, social skills, communication skills and other programs to enhance the lives of our clients.
Assist clients with summer recreational activities (e.g. lake sports, swimming, rock climbing) and the daily life skills that coincide (applying sunscreen, water intake, packing for the day etc.)
Provide practice for career readiness skills
Provide hygiene skills training, when applicable (nail cutting, teeth brushing, shaving etc.)
Observe client' behavior and collect data as directed based on programming and behavior intervention plans.
Provide feedback to Coordinators on further programming for clients.
Provide transportation and ensure safety for all passengers by following individual programming while in route (safety belts, personal space etc.). Teach and maintain clean vehicle procedures (gas, car wash etc.).
Ensure safety and welfare (e.g. assist clients taking medication on schedule, administering CPR and first aid if necessary)
Remain current with Safety Care, CPR/First Aid, Medication Training
Serve as an advocate for clients and teach clients to advocate for themselves in context.
Engage in ongoing professional development.
Record daily notes summarizing the client’s day.
Engage in active participation and active engagement during community and hub activities.
Promote healthy lifestyle choices (food intake and physical movement)
Promote independence across all activities. Collaborate with BCBA to engage in new programs and goal development.
Have brief conversations with parents at the end of the day providing basic facts regarding the day, following expectations set by your leadership team.
Perform other assignments as delegated by the Enrich Dallas leadership team.
Cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment for clients to pursue their planned goals and engage in recreational activities.
Collaborate with other professionals while maintaining a “can do” attitude.
Foster a culture of continuous learning by assisting clients in generalizing learned skills and introducing new ones.
Prioritize safety and well-being during community events, ensuring a secure and positive experience for all participants.
Promote a sense of community and teamwork by actively engaging clients in vocational opportunities and life skills development.
Demonstrate responsibility and care in utilizing company transportation, contributing to a safe and reliable means of client transport.
Be empathetic when our clients have hard moments/days and have the ability to allow the clients to increase their self-management skills while playing a supportive role in that.