Community Coach I (Per Diem) [PossAbilities Pasadena]

About the role

The Community Coach I plays a hands-on role in supporting participants with developmental disabilities in achieving their personal goals, building independence, and integrating into their community through structured programming.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise participants at all times; ensure health, safety, and engagement.
• Work within the designated staffing ratio throughout the program day.
• Implement daily activities and lesson plans that reflect each participant’s Person-Centered Plan (PCP) goals.
• Create and facilitate engaging, inclusive group activities.
• Collaborate with team members to develop monthly activity calendars for assigned groups.
• Complete accurate and timely daily documentation of participant goal progress.
• Report and document any case notes or significant participant concerns immediately.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the dignity and rights of all participants.
• Assist participants with all aspects of personal care including: Feeding, diapering (may include use of hoyer lift), toileting, and hygiene needs.
• Support participants in swimming activities as needed.
• Supervise and support participants ensuring safety and active engagement.
• Help participants access volunteer opportunities in the community.
• Drive agency vehicles or accompany participants on public transportation as needed once approved as an AF driver.
• Complete all required staff training including but not limited to: Active supervision, behavior support, lifting/transferring, feeding/personal care, and safety protocols.
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and staff meetings to support professional growth and participant outcomes.
• Uphold our commitment as a Mandated Reporter, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
• Complete all required staff training assigned each quarter.
• Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Must be able to provide physical assistance including lifting or transferring participants is required.
• Strong understanding of person-centered practices, goal setting, and community integration is preferred.
• Willingness to participate in swimming and community activities to assist participants in the pool or in community is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills is required.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment is required.
• Proficient in documentation systems such as ProCare, Microsoft Office, and data management programs is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management tools is preferred.
• Must be able to work evenings/weekends as needed.
• Valid Driver’s License is preferred.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Successful completion of background (LiveScan) check.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
• 12 ECE (Early Childhood Education) college units in any related field may be required for childcare programs.
• 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Must be able to provide physical assistance including lifting or transferring participants is required.
• Strong understanding of person-centered practices, goal setting, and community integration is preferred.
• Willingness to participate in swimming and community activities to assist participants in the pool or in community is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills is required.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment is required.
• Proficient in documentation systems such as ProCare, Microsoft Office, and data management programs is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management tools is preferred.
• Must be able to work evenings/weekends as needed.
• Valid Driver’s License is preferred.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Successful completion of background (LiveScan) check.