This part-time position involves providing direct supervision, training, and care to individuals in community and program settings. The Life Skills Coach implements Individual Support Plans (ISPs), helps participants develop essential life and work skills, and collaborates with families and interdisciplinary teams to foster independence and personal growth.
Responsibilities
Act as a role model, demonstrating professionalism, safe practices, and a positive work attitude
Support individuals in work skills, personal care, socialization, behavioral skills, self-advocacy, and daily routines
Facilitate group and individualized learning activities in both community and program settings
Implement teaching strategies to promote independence and achieve ISP goals
Provide feedback on individuals' strengths, challenges, and interests to the Sr. Life Skills Coach and Program Director
Assist in developing dynamic and engaging schedules tailored to individuals' needs
Ensure community safety, provide individual oversight, and operate company vehicles, including passenger vans, in compliance with Charles River policies and state laws
Conduct needs assessments and assist in person-centered planning and goal-setting
Support individual and group employment activities, encouraging community integration and relationships
Maintain clean, organized, and safe environments in the program, community settings, and vehicles
Monitor individuals during lunch, breaks, and transportation, ensuring safety and well-being
Implement Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies as guided by the Program and Clinical Directors
Assist in crisis interventions, including behavior management and emergency restraint interventions
Accurately and promptly document incident reports and related paperwork
Consistently uphold Human Rights Policies to ensure dignity and respect for all individuals
Complete all required documentation, including attendance records, fire drill reports, ISP data sheets, behavior plan documentation, and safety logs
Utilize agency software programs (Paycom and Icentrix) for time tracking and record-keeping
Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures
Requirements
High School Diploma required
Interpersonal Skills: Builds positive and professional relationships with individuals, families, and staff
Teamwork & Collaboration: Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Dependability: Consistently follows through on responsibilities with accuracy and reliability
Communication: Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication in both individual and group settings
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Planning & Organization: Manages multiple tasks, prioritizes responsibilities, and adapts to changing conditions
Initiative & Problem-Solving: Demonstrates self-reliance, independent thinking, and proactive decision-making
Management & Leadership: Supports and enforces agency policies, setting a positive example for staff and individuals
Successful completion of all state and agency-mandated training courses
Knowledge of Normalization and Community Inclusion principles
Must pass a Criminal History Background Check (CORI), DPPC, DDS, and other screenings
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable personal transportation
Proficiency in Microsoft applications and agency software programs
Fluent in English, with the ability to read, interpret, and write reports
Effective communication in individual and group settings with participants, families, and team members
Endurance and physical ability to perform job duties
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle materials and tools
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs from floor to waist and 10-15 lbs from waist to overhead
Must be able to maneuver up to 100 lbs (assistance provided when possible)
Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions
Adaptability in problem-solving and responding to dynamic work environments
Nice to have:
Experience in Human Services
Important Details
Schedule: Mondays and Fridays only, part-time
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities
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