Life Skills Coach PT (Direct Service Professional)
About The Position
REACH is seeking a part-time Life Skills Coach to provide 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 assigned objectives and helps participants develop practical skills and social behaviors that support independent or interdependent living and vocational life. The role includes supporting daily routines and personal care, providing group and individual instruction, documenting progress, and transporting participants to community activities as needed. Lifting, pulling, and pushing are among the physical activities associated with the job.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must possess a valid California driver’s license, automobile insurance, a good DMV driving record, and a reliable, safe vehicle.
- Ability to lift 50–80 pounds.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally.
- Successfully complete health and LiveScan screenings.
- Interest in and willingness to learn about training and vocational needs of individuals with disabilities and adaptive needs.
- A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- A high school diploma or GED.
- CPR and First Aid training and certification are provided by REACH.
Responsibilities
- Assist with vocational, independent-living, and interdependent-living objectives in each participant’s individual support plan.
- Learn about participants’ specific needs and backgrounds.
- Participate in meetings and provide direct assistance in developing participants’ living-skills and vocational objectives.
- Encourage healthy habits and participants’ wellbeing.
- Support daily routines, which may include feeding, bathing, choosing attire, grooming, personal hygiene, and restroom needs.
- Maintain and publish progress notes for assigned participants and their objectives.
- Participate in 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 those related to recording work time, safety, email, and communications.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
