Day Program Job Coach

Socal BNI; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Profit sharing

Company parties

Job summary

Community Connect seeks a dedicated Community Coach to support adults with developmental disabilities in Orange County. No experience required; you will teach life skills, assist with employment goals, build confidence, and foster meaningful community connections.

You’ll mentor participants, problem-solve, celebrate progress, and document growth as part of a supportive team. This full-time role offers paid training, ongoing coaching, health and retirement benefits, mileage reimbursement, and

Qualifications

• 18+ with a valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and reliable transportation for three individuals.
• Background check required with any conditional job offer.
• CPR and First Aid certification (can be completed after hiring); mileage and training time reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Model appropriate and positive social skills and behavior using various approaches and trainings.
• Document and implement behavior modification and creativity while working on independent living skills in the community.
• Work as a team to promote a positive, healthy environment to help achieve clients’ goals.
• Prioritize clients being part of a community—not observers.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Dependability

Problem solving

Teamwork

Active lifestyle

Job description

No Experience Required

Make a Difference Every Day — Become a Community Coach

Benefits

• Paid Birthdays Off!
• Birthdays
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Bonus based on performance
• Profit sharing

Looking for a career where every day is different? At Community Connect, Community Coaches don’t spend their day sitting in an office or providing traditional caregiving. Instead, they work alongside adults with developmental disabilities throughout Orange County—teaching life skills, building confidence, exploring the community, volunteering, working toward employment goals, and helping people create meaningful, independent lives.

You will mentor, encourage, problem‑solve, laugh, celebrate accomplishments, and help individuals discover what they are capable of accomplishing.

Your Impact

• Build genuine relationships with participants
• Teach real‑life skills in natural community settings
• Support employment and volunteer experiences
• Encourage independence rather than doing things for people
• Help individuals develop confidence, communication, and self‑advocacy
• Create meaningful opportunities for social connection
• Celebrate progress—big and small
• Document participant growth and collaborate with your team

Physical Requirements

This is an active, community‑based position.

• Walking 1–3 miles throughout the day
• Standing for extended periods
• Getting in and out of vehicles frequently
• Assisting with light lifting (up to 10 lbs)
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Accompanying participants throughout community activities

You’ll Love This Job If You...

• Enjoy helping people grow
• Like being active instead of sitting at a desk
• Are patient, encouraging, and dependable
• Enjoy solving problems
• Love meeting new people
• Want meaningful work
• Believe everyone deserves opportunities to succeed

No Experience? No Problem.

Many of our best Community Coaches came from:

• Education
• Psychology
• Recreation
• Childcare
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Customer Service
• Coaching
• Personal Training
• College Students
• Recent Graduates
• Career Changers

If you’re passionate about helping people and willing to learn, we’ll teach you the rest.

We Invest in Our Team

• Paid training
• Ongoing coaching
• Professional development
• Mentorship
• Behavior support training
• Community integration strategies
• Career growth opportunities

Why Community Connect?

Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.). Full‑time benefits are available. Afternoons, evenings, and weekends are free. Paid training is provided. Mileage reimbursement is offered ($450–650/month). The team includes supportive leadership, fosters a small team culture, and offers you the chance to make a genuine impact every day.

Our Mission

At Community Connect, we believe every person deserves opportunities to build meaningful relationships, contribute to their community, learn new skills, and make choices about their own lives. We coach, encourage, teach, and celebrate growth, helping adults become more confident, independent, and connected to the communities they call home.

Pay and Hours

Hourly rate: $20–$23/hr depending on experience, PLUS $450–$650/mo tax‑free mileage. Hours: 6 hrs/day, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., every weekday (full‑time benefits).

Requirements

• 18+ with a valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and reliable transportation for three individuals.
• Background check included with any conditional job offer.
• CPR and First Aid certification (can be completed after hiring; mileage and training time reimbursed).
• Physical: Perform tasks alongside clients at all times; supervise clients during their employment and volunteer assignments once per week; may include brief periods of bending and lifting light loads (under 10 lbs); walking 1–2 miles over a six‑hour shift; stay near clients throughout the day within the community; may involve standing for more than an hour at a time.

Responsibilities

• Model appropriate and positive social skills and behavior using various approaches and trainings.
• Document and implement behavior modification and creativity while working on independent living skills in the community.
• Work as a team to promote a positive, healthy environment to help achieve clients’ goals.
• Prioritize clients being part of a community—not observers.

Benefits

• Merit Bonuses
• Paid vacation
• Birthdays off
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Dental, Health, and Vision Insurance
• 6.5 paid sick days

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.