Autism Support & Independence Coach

Open-Sky-Community-Services; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 68,075,000 - 92,101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

PTO + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

403b match

Life insurance

PSLF program

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services in Worcester, MA seeks Team Coaches to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and mental illness build coping skills, self-advocacy, and job readiness, while developing social and independent living skills in home and community settings.

The role emphasizes flexibility, crisis stability, teamwork with clinicians, and coordination with families and DDS partners in various settings, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field, plus 5+ years of autism and mental illness experience.
• Master’s degree will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to relate to staff and handle crises with stability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with persons served, staff, families and other stakeholders to align goals.
• Build person-centered supportive relationships with individuals served.
• Help individuals acquire coping skills for anxiety and self-monitoring.
• Support development of self-advocacy and job readiness skills.
• Refer to community resources and assist with housing and entitlements.
• Develop independent living skills including personal hygiene and daily living tasks.
• Maintain confidential files and up-to-date records (EHR).
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and team collaborations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Crisis management

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Master’s degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Open Sky Community Services in Worcester, MA seeks Team Coaches to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and mental illness build coping skills, self-advocacy, and job readiness, while developing social and independent living skills in home and community settings.

The role emphasizes flexibility, crisis stability, teamwork with clinicians, and coordination with families and DDS partners in various settings, including evenings and weekends.