Life Skills Coach

EASTER SEALS SOUTH FLORIDA•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Skills Coach is responsible for delivering life skills training, supervision, and support to young adults students with disabilities. The coach provides and/or facilitates appropriate on-the-job and in-site assistance to support individuals with disabilities in achieving their personal and professional goals.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s degree with and emphasis in Mental Health, Special Education, Psychology or Social Work.
Behavior Analysis credentials or experience highly preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year or experience working with vulnerable young adults.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Canva required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal and empathetic abilities.
Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and creativity in working with diverse clients.
Focused on delivering exceptional customer service, with strong organizational, time management, attention to detail, and follow-up skills.
Maintains a high level of accuracy, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Establishes trust and rapport with clients, fostering a respectful and non-judgmental environment.
Promotes effective teamwork and collaborates to build strong professional relationships.
Proactive in taking initiative to achieve objectives and contribute to organizational goals.
Committed to maintain confidentiality regarding personal information of participants and staff.
Successful completion of background process which includes: Local background check, Level 2 clearance (FBI, FDLE), clear TB test, medical clearance, drug test and reference checks.
Adhere to the use of Universal Health & Safety Precautions as applicable.
Stay up-to-date with industry developments, best practices, and continuing education.

Nice To Haves

Behavior Analysis credentials or experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise students to ensure the acquisition of daily living skills utilizing TEACCH methodology while ensuring work site policies and procedures are being met.
Analyze students’ strengths and weaknesses to potentialize their strengths.
Help students identify and overcome obstacles, challenges, and limiting beliefs.
Teach students effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Support students in developing self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-esteem.
Guide students in setting and achieving goals and provide accountability and support.
Help students develop healthy habits, stress management techniques, and self-care practices.
Provide guidance on building positive relationships, networking, and conflict resolution.
Conduct in-person coaching sessions with students and personnel in the different agency departments.
Analyzing potential work settings; must be able to advocate or work with other departments to customize positions.
Assist with students’ behavioral outbursts as needed.
Work collaboratively with the team to create and implement customized coaching plans tailored to each client's needs.
Maintain ongoing communication with Transition Services Team regarding client progress.
Maintain client records, notes, and progress tracking to share with Transition Services Team as needed.
Ensure participants are making progress towards goals and support the transition planning.
Actively participate in supported employment activities.