Flexible Community Support Coach - In-Home & Community

Northeast Arc; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 14,327,000 - 17,909,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeast Arc in Danvers, MA is seeking motivated candidates to join our Guided Personal Support (GPS) Program as a Community Support Coach. The role provides in-home and community support for adults with developmental disabilities and helps pave the path to independence.

You will work on goals in communication, social and life skills, ADL and safety, while promoting self-determination and input from families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and community skills; good communication and collaboration with families.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for individuals in their home and/or within the community.
• Works on goals and skills acquisition in areas such as communication, social and recreation, ADL, safety skills while promoting independence, self-determination, and self-advocacy.
• Maintains regular communication with families, Program Director and other professionals involved with the family, when appropriate.
• Works with families regarding intervention techniques if applicable.
• Assists individuals and families in accessing resources that might be beneficial.
• Respects human and legal rights of individuals served.
• Completes all necessary paperwork such as progress notes, incident reports, time sheets and required DDS progress reports throughout the year.
• Attends all annual mandatory trainings required by the program as well as Northeast Arc.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Community skills

Documentation proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Job description

Northeast Arc in Danvers, MA is seeking motivated candidates to join our Guided Personal Support (GPS) Program as a Community Support Coach. The role provides in-home and community support for adults with developmental disabilities and helps pave the path to independence.

You will work on goals in communication, social and life skills, ADL and safety, while promoting self-determination and input from families.