Leisure Coach

Chesterfield County, VA; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) in Chesterfield County seeks qualified professionals to support individuals with developmental disabilities in day programs. The role focuses on skills training, supervision, community integration, and recreational activities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, experience in day support, and CPI/BLS or Medication Administration preferred. Valid driver’s license required; pre-employment screening applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.
• Five or more years of direct day support experience preferred.
• Experience with developing and implementing individual service plans preferred.
• CPI, BLS, and/or Medication Administration certification preferred.
• Experience with electronic health record documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs case management duties and coordinates services.
• Participates in training and monitors group dynamics.
• Supports individuals in the community to engage in activities.
• Participates in developing and implementing individual service plans with the team; tracks progress.
• Provides direct care, support, training, and assistance in personal care, behavior supports, and community integration.
• Documents in an electronic health record per licensure and Medicaid requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

First aid

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CPI certification

Medication Administration certificate

Communication

Documentation in EHR

Case management

Community integration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Tools

Electronic health record system

Job description

Who We Are

Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) is the provider of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services for children and adults in Chesterfield County. The Day Support Program provides day-time services at a community day program center to include skills training, supervision, and leisure/recreational activities to individuals with developmental disabilities. We are seeking qualified professionals who are passionate, dedicated, and energized about supporting individuals in developing relationships and connecting with the community. If that is you, come join our team!

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred; one year of related work experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor's degree in human services, or related field preferred. Five or more years of direct day support experience preferred; experience in the development and implementation of individual service plans preferred; experience in supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in activities of community integration, personal care, and life skills training preferred; experience with an electronic health record preferred. Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Basic Life Support (BLS), and/or Medication Administration certification preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of purpose of residential and day program services, attitude of community toward individuals with developmental disabilities; knowledge of first aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), and emergency services; knowledge of community services and case management. ability to operate a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment preferred; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing preferred; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers preferred; ability to document using an electronic health record preferred.

Additional Requirements

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required.

This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Completes case management duties;


• Assists with training and monitoring of individuals' group dynamics;


• Supports individuals in the community to participate in recreational, cultural, civic, and related activities;


• Participates in the development and implementation of individual service plans as a member of the team; monitors and evaluates progress toward outcomes;


• Provides direct care, support, training, and assistance in the areas of personal care, behavior supports, and community integration;


• Completes documentation in an electronic health record according to agency licensure and Medicaid requirements; and


• Performs other work as required.

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Mental Health Support Services