Community Life Coach

About the role

We pioneer life-changing services that empower people with intellectual disabilities to thrive by connecting them to their communities through various activities and volunteer opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Identify community resources and activities pertinent to the interest and skill level of participants on their caseload.
• Facilitate the participation of participants in typical and integrated activities, events, and organizations in the participant’s neighborhood or local community.
• Foster connections between participants and persons without disabilities to increase social capital.
• Accompany participants to activities, if needed, and facilitate their involvement.
• Communicate progress, successes, and challenges to guardians/care providers as needed.
• Ensure personal safety of participants on caseload.
• Provide support to maintain or enhance personal independence.
• Provide attendant care and/or other supports as necessary (e.g., personal care, medication assistance, etc.).
• Support AbleLight’s Mission, vision, and Core Values while empowering each person to direct their own life choices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and able to use electronic charting programs.
• Valid drivers' license and a good driving record as defined by AbleLight policy.
• Successfully complete Community Life Coach training.
• Clear background check as defined by regulations and policies.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours at a time.

Benefits

• (30 hours or more per week) Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment and access to Teledoc.
• Financial Wellness: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 3.5% matching contributions, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Account, and Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance.
• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Tuition Reimbursements.

Pay

• $19.50-23/hr for 30 hours or more per week.

Schedule

• Not specified.