IDD Home Support & Life Skills Coach

sfmexternalcareers; Picayune (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Ministries seeks a Home Trainer to provide supervision, coaching, and training to developmentally disabled individuals in home and work settings. You will document outcomes, assist with ADLs, and help clients build life skills while ensuring safety and adherence to plans and regulatory standards.

You will transport clients, teach budgeting and social etiquette, and support positive, person-centered plans. A strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (and/or GED).
• First Aid/CPR.
• Mandt Training.
• Prefer two years’ experience in related work areas.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must pass a drug screen, MVR, MS State Background Check and Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Clearance Check; pass a physical examination & TB Skin Test
• Lifting Requirements of 50 lbs.
• Valid Mississippi Driver’s License and Clear Driving Record.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision, coaching, and assistance to clients with ADLs such as personal hygiene, dressing, shopping, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
• Maintains detailed daily IDD service notes and other documentation per MS Department of Mental Health; ensures daily outcomes and adherence to Plans of Services and Supports.
• Accompanies and transports clients to medical appointments, community activities, and employment sites; helps build social relationships.
• Teaches life skills such as budgeting, cooking, etiquette, and appropriate social interactions.
• Implements person-centered support plans and de-escalates challenging behaviors to promote a positive environment.
• Gives simple, clear instructions and communicates in a way suited to each learner.
• Assists with medication usage and monitors vitals.
• Reports unusual incidents and follows Risk Management channels.
• Follows Saint Francis Ministries SOPs and regulatory requirements; attends trainings and staff meetings.

Education

High School diploma (and/or GED)

Job description

Saint Francis Ministries seeks a Home Trainer to provide supervision, coaching, and training to developmentally disabled individuals in home and work settings. You will document outcomes, assist with ADLs, and help clients build life skills while ensuring safety and adherence to plans and regulatory standards.

You will transport clients, teach budgeting and social etiquette, and support positive, person-centered plans. A strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork is required.