Community Life Coach

AbleLight; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) Retirement plan

HSA/FSA options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AbleLight seeks a Community Life Coach in Grand Junction, CO to help people with developmental disabilities connect to their communities through events, volunteering, and local activities. You will assess interests, implement service plans, and support safe, enriching participation in community life.

You must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and be willing to complete training on hire; you must also be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic charting.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Completion of Community Life Coach training upon hire.
• Background check clearance.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Ability to establish relations with local businesses and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Identify community resources and activities aligned with participants' interests and skills.
• Facilitate participation in community events, volunteer activities, and neighborhood programs.
• Foster connections between participants and non-disabled individuals to build social integration.
• Accompany participants to activities and support their involvement.
• Communicate progress to guardians/care providers as needed.
• Ensure participant safety and support independence.
• Provide attendant care or other supports as necessary.
• Support AbleLight's mission and values while empowering participant choice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Electronic charting

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At AbleLight, we believe the world shines brighter when people with developmental disabilities achieve their full potential. We pioneer life-changing services that empower the people we serve to thrive.

Under the supervision of the Manager, The Community Life Coach is responsible for helping people with intellectual disabilities connect to their communities through such activities as community events / activities and volunteer opportunities. The CLC assesses skills and interests for participants, implements service plans, and facilitates the involvement within the community. The CLC assures safety in the community while securing activities that enrich the participant’s life.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required. Must be 18 years of age, or older.
• Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft office and have the ability to use electronic charting programs.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and a good driving record as defined by AbleLight policy.
• Upon hire, the CLC must successfully complete the Community Life Coach training.
• Clear background check as defined by regulations and policies.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Ability to do daily standing, bending and lifting.
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours at a time..
• Ability to establish and maintain professional and cooperative relations with local businesses and agencies.

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
• We are now also offering Any Day Pay. With Dayforce Wallet, you get access to your pay as soon as you've earned it at no additional cost to you.
• Compensation: $19.50

Responsibilities

• Identify community resources and activities pertaining to the interest and skill level of participants on their caseload.
• Facilitate the participation of participants in typical and integrated activities (those used by the general public), events and organizations in the participant’s neighborhood or local community in ways similar to others persons of the same age an interest.
• Foster connections between participants and persons without disabilities to increase social capital.
• Accompany participants to activities, if needed, and facilitate 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 (i.e. personal care, medication assistance, etc.)
• Supports AbleLight’s Mission, vision and Core Values while empowering each person to direct his or her own life choices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.