Community Living Coach: Empower Independence & Growth

JEVS Human Services; Narberth (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JEVS Human Services is seeking a Community Support Counselor to assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Narberth, PA, helping them live, work, and participate in the community.

You will build trust, support goal planning, teach independent living skills, and help individuals pursue volunteer and employment opportunities while encouraging personal growth and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a rapport with individuals and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship.
• Contribute to the plans that support individuals to reach their goals and dreams.
• Teach independent living skills and add strategies the individual can use to grow in their independence.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to support social skills.
• Coach individuals to establish volunteer opportunities or employment.
• Assist individuals to engage in community activities that match their interests.

Skills

Experience with IDD

Job description

JEVS Human Services is seeking a Community Support Counselor to assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Narberth, PA, helping them live, work, and participate in the community.

You will build trust, support goal planning, teach independent living skills, and help individuals pursue volunteer and employment opportunities while encouraging personal growth and community engagement.