In-Home & Community Support Coach (Per Diem)

Northeast Arc; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeast Arc in Lynn, MA is seeking a motivated Community Support Coach to join our Guided Personal Support Program. The position provides in-home and community support for adults with developmental disabilities and helps build skills toward independence and meaningful community participation.

Responsibilities include working on goals in communication, social and daily living skills, maintaining regular family and program communications, and completing time sheets and DDS progress reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 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 are essential.
• Proficient technology skills for documentation, communicating, and clocking in and out.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for client transportation.
• Ability to stand for periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for individuals in their home and/or within the community.
• Works on goals and skill 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/tech skills

Reliable transportation

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field preferred

Tools

DDS documentation system

Clocking in/out software

Smartphone/Computer literacy

Job description

Northeast Arc in Lynn, MA is seeking a motivated Community Support Coach to join our Guided Personal Support Program. The position provides in-home and community support for adults with developmental disabilities and helps build skills toward independence and meaningful community participation.

Responsibilities include working on goals in communication, social and daily living skills, maintaining regular family and program communications, and completing time sheets and DDS progress reports.