Independent Living Skills Coach

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

Job summary

Pathfinder, Inc. in Morrilton, AR seeks a direct-care position providing instructional training to residents, helping them acquire daily living and survival skills for independent living.

You will collect data and monitor training programs while supervising residents’ day-to-day tasks. The role includes shift options: overnight 10:00 PM–8:00 AM and day shift 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, with responsibilities ranging from activity implementation to progress reporting and community activities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of relevant, supervised work experience; OR two years' verifiable successful experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• CNA Certification or Medical Assistant certification qualifies for a special entry rate.
• Must be able to pass applicable background checks and drug screens.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises residents' active treatment program in accordance with their individual program plans, and demonstrates skills and techniques to implement these plans.
• Follows prescribed activities to meet individual objectives and provides services developed in an individual program plan.
• Initiates learning skills programs (reading, money management, cooking, grooming, dress, hygiene).
• Completes appropriate forms and reports including recording progress notes.
• Provides care and instruction for all residents in daily living activities (home management, cooking, cleaning, socialization) using behavioral management techniques.
• Maintains a safe and healthy environment for residents.
• Offers community inclusion activities for residents.
• Monitors/reminds residents about medications.
• Intervenes professionally to shape resident behavior and attitudes.
• Encourages healthy work attitudes and behaviors in residents who work.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as directed.
• Communicates information to incoming staff at shift changes for continuity.
• Provides transportation to clients as needed for Pathfinder business.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year of relevant supervised work experience

2 years' experience with individuals with developmental disabilities

CNA or Medical Assistant certification qualifies for special entry rate

Job description

Pathfinder, Inc. in Morrilton, AR seeks a direct-care position providing instructional training to residents, helping them acquire daily living and survival skills for independent living.

You will collect data and monitor training programs while supervising residents’ day-to-day tasks. The role includes shift options: overnight 10:00 PM–8:00 AM and day shift 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, with responsibilities ranging from activity implementation to progress reporting and community activities.