Community Coach I (Part-Time) [Tuesday and Thursday (9AM-6PM)] [LLFrank]

About Us

AbilityFirst is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities achieve their personal best. We support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through person‑centered programs that foster fun, fulfillment, choice, autonomy, community participation, social connections, and a sense of belonging.

About the Role

The Community Coach I provides hands‑on support to participants with developmental disabilities, helping them reach personal goals, build independence, and integrate into the community. This direct‑service position works within the staffing ratio, ensures participant safety, delivers personal care, facilitates activities, and documents progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming & Participant Support: Actively supervise participants at all times, maintain health and safety, implement daily activities and lesson plans aligned with each participant’s Person‑Centered Plan, create inclusive group activities, and collaborate on monthly activity calendars.
• Documentation & Communication: Complete accurate, timely daily documentation of goal progress, report case notes or significant concerns immediately, and maintain confidentiality and participant dignity.
• Personal Care: Assist with feeding, diapering (including use of a Hoyer lift), toileting, hygiene, and support swimming activities as needed.
• Community Outings: Supervise participants during outings, help them access volunteer opportunities, and drive agency vehicles or accompany participants on public transportation when approved as an AbilityFirst driver.
• Training & Professional Development: Complete required staff training (active supervision, behavior support, lifting/transferring, feeding/personal care, safety protocols), attend ongoing training, coaching, and staff meetings.
• Other Duties: Serve as a mandated reporter, fulfill quarterly training assignments, and perform additional tasks to support the program’s mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience (preferred).
• 12 ECE (Early Childhood Education) college units may be required for childcare programs.
• 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred).
• Ability to provide physical assistance, including lifting or transferring participants (required).
• Strong understanding of person‑centered practices, goal setting, and community integration (preferred).
• Willingness to participate in swimming and community activities (required).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (required).
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a multicultural environment (required).
• Proficiency with documentation systems such as ProCare, Microsoft Office, and data‑management tools (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license (preferred) and ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Successful completion of background (LiveScan) check.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer work.
• Variable environments, including office and outdoor settings.
• Physical effort including lifting up to 50 lb as needed.

Special Conditions

• Mandated Reporting: Position is a mandated reporter under California law and must comply with related reporting requirements.
• Vaccination Requirements: Employees in day‑care settings must be vaccinated for pertussis, measles, and influenza; annual flu vaccination proof is required (or a signed declination form).
• Pre‑Employment Screenings: TB test, LiveScan fingerprint/background check, drug screening, and required vaccinations (Hepatitis B, TDaP, MMR) plus physical/fitness‑for‑duty clearance.
• Driver Requirements (if applicable): Provide a copy of the DMV driving record, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance. Unsatisfactory records (e.g., suspended license, multiple moving violations, recent DUI, serious at‑fault accidents) disqualify candidates. Driving is an essential function for driver‑designated positions.
• All new staff are introductory employees for the first three months and are at‑will; performance during this period determines regular employment status.

Location

Lawrence L. Frank Center – Pasadena, CA

Schedule

Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; some weekends as needed.

Pay

$20.00 – $22.00 per hour (part‑time, 16 hrs/week, non‑exempt).