Independent Living Skills Coach

Pathfinder, Inc.; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Pathfinder, Inc. seeks direct support professionals to provide instructional training to residents and assist them in acquiring daily living and survival skills for independent living.

You will collect data, monitor training programs, and supervise residents in completing day-to-day tasks, including medication reminders and community inclusion activities. Must pass background checks; CNA or Medical Assistant certifications may qualify for entry rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of supervised work experience in public health, human services or related community service.
• Two years' verifiable experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• MUST BE ABLE TO PASS APPLICABLE BACKGROUND CHECKS AND DRUG SCREEN.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises residents' active treatment program in accordance with their individual program plans, and demonstrates the skills and techniques necessary to implement individual program plans.
• Follows prescribed activities to meet individual objectives. Provides services which have been developed in an individual program plan.
• Initiates learning skills programs, i.e., reading, money management, cooking, grooming, dress, hygiene.
• Is responsible for the completion of appropriate forms and reports including recording progress notes.
• Provides care and instruction for all residents in the facility in all areas of daily living including home management skills, cooking, cleaning and socialization skills, utilizing behavioral management techniques.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the residents.
• Provides a variety of choices in community inclusion activities for residents of the facility.
• Monitors/reminds residents when it is necessary to take and refill medications.
• Manages residents in appropriate behaviors in a professional manner and demonstrates the necessary skills and techniques to intervene effectively.
• Encourages healthy work attitudes and behaviors in residents who work.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as directed.
• Communicates verbal and written information regarding resident behavior, needs, medication, and other issues to incoming staff at shift change for program continuity.
• Provides transportation (in personal vehicle) to clients based on their needs and/or for Pathfinder business.
• Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pathfinder, Inc. seeks direct support professionals to provide instructional training to residents and assist them in acquiring daily living and survival skills for independent living.

You will collect data, monitor training programs, and supervise residents in completing day-to-day tasks, including medication reminders and community inclusion activities. Must pass background checks; CNA or Medical Assistant certifications may qualify for entry rate.