Life Skills Coach

The Bindu Institute, LLC; Lincolnton (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Wellness resources

Part-time

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

The Bindu Institute, LLC seeks a part-time Life Skills Coach to support veterans with neurological conditions in a community-based setting across Florida, Georgia, and Texas. You will help clients gain independence through personalized supports and access to community resources.

Responsibilities include advocacy, daily living skills coaching, transportation assistance, and facilitating social activities. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Reliable computer or device for daily documentation; MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Reader required.
• BS/BA in related field OR 1-2 years' experience working with adults who are developmentally disabled or related experience preferred.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Background check and driver’s record check.
• Reside within a reasonable commute to the client.
• Auto insurance: min $100,000/$300,000/$50,000 or $300,000 CSL.
• Military or veteran experience a plus.
• Must be able to lift 25/50/80 pounds regularly.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with team members.]
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Responsibilities

• Provides positive support and advocacy for the client.
• Assists with identifying choices and helping clients make informed decisions.
• Maintains household organization and safe routines.
• Supports participation in recreation and community activities to promote socialization.
• Assists with community living and integration in various settings, including transportation.
• Helps clients engage in desired recreational and social activities within the community.
• Provides mobility support in home using adaptive aids and transportation.
• Develops communication and social skills with clients.
• Adheres to organizational guidelines and policies; maintains confidentiality.
• Completes daily progress notes and documents per policy.
• Monitors billable hours within client engagements.
• Participates in trainings and team meetings as required.
• Represents the organization with respect and dignity in all interactions.
• Identifies barriers or changes in function to plan proactive interventions.
• Assists clients in reintegrating with their communities to promote independence.
• Educates clients on problem-solving techniques and strategies.
• Accompanies clients to appointments to educate on community resources.
• Acts as a role model and maintains good relations with clients and families.
• Performs other duties to meet program goals.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communicatie

Strong interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS/BA in related field OR 1-2 years' experience working with adults who are developmentally disabled

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Job description

The Bindu Institute offers opportunities for professionals eager to support wounded veterans with neurological conditions, such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and PTSD. Our team provides personalized support and therapeutic services that help veterans regain confidence, independence, and meaningful connections with their communities. Explore our current opportunities below to see how you can make a difference. Positions are available in Florida, Georgia, and Texas.

• 401(k) matching
• Wellness resources
• Part-time
• Flexible Schedule
• 401K

Position Overview:

The Life Skills Coach (LSC) is a community-based position working directly with individuals who have sustained a brain injury or have some other neurological condition. The LSC position is one which provides functional supports to clients on an individualized basis which aredesigned to assist them in acquiring, retaining and improving the skills necessary to reside independently at home and access a variety of community-based resources.

Essential to the position is the expectation the employee will:

• Be an independent thinker and observant in nature
• Possess effective training, assessment, evaluation and problem-solving skills
• Address conflicts/concerns in a respectful and tactful manner
• Experience in disability management and knowledge of community resources
• Serve as a client advocate and work diligently to assist them reach their goals

The basic job duties are as follows:

• Provides positive support and be an advocate for the client.
• Provides assistance and guidance with identifying choices and making informed decisions that involve the
  client's activities and life.
• Provides structure and support in household management such as: maintaining cleanliness of home
  environment and establishing a safe, healthy and efficient routine.
• Assists with participation in recreation and community activities in order to promote socialization and
  establish relationships with peers.
• Assists client with improving community living and integration skills in a variety of settings such as shopping,
  church attendance, sporting events, club participation, classroom support, volunteer/employment support,
  etc by providing transportation.
• Works with clients to learn how to participate in their desired recreational and social activities within their
  surrounding community.
• Assists with participation in recreation and community activities in order to promote socialization and
  establish relationships with peers.
• Provide training or assistance with mobility in home environment, using adaptive aids, and accessing public
  transportation.
• Provides assistance with developing effective and appropriate communication and social skills.
• Operates within organizational guidelines, policies, professional and ethical standards.
• Maintains organization confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance
  with HIPPA/company policies.
• Treats clients, families, co-workers, and outside parties with respect and dignity, honoring all values and all
  written and reasonably implied ethical practices of the organization.
• Based on the established goals provides clients functional supports to acquire, retain and improve
  independence.
• Helps clients with reintegrating and reconnecting with their communities in order to encourage a healthy
  level of independence.
• Identifies barriers, triggers, or changes in functional status in order to develop proactive interventions that
  promote continued independence.
• Educates clients on how to develop necessary problem- solving skills and strategies.
• Accompanies clients to locations and appointments in the community, to educate them in learning how to
  assess and utilize their community resources and services.
• Serves as a role/mentor for clients and maintains good communication/relationships with the client, their
  families, and referral sources.
• Completes daily progress notes and other necessary documentation in compliance with organization policies
  and provides to the supervisors and the agency's payroll/invoicing email portal.
• Responsible for monitoring and appropriately utilizing billable hours with clients.
• Conducts professional behavior at all times.
• Participates in trainings at their agency and necessary and appropriate trainings.
• Communicates regularly with organization personnel regarding warrior issues/concerns.
• Participates in team meetings as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet the program goals or as requested by the agency.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities and in some cases physical disabilities preferred.
• Must have a reliable computer or device for documentation responsibilities/daily documentation required; experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Reader required.
• BS/BA in related field OR 1-2 years' experience working with adults who are developmentally disabled or other related experience preferred.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Background check and driver’s record check.
• Reside within a reasonable commute to the client.
• Must maintain the company’s required personal auto insurance and verify compliance: Minimum coverage of $100,000/$300,000/$50,000 (bodily injury/bodily injury per accident/property damage) or $300,000 combined single limit
• Military background or experience with veterans and persons with brain injury a plus.
• The ability to lift 25/50/80 pounds regularly is required.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with team members

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

The Bindu Institute is a private mental health practice offering counseling, coaching, consulting, and life skills services.

As a provider, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible resilience of the warriors I work with. One warrior shared, 'Working with Christine has been transformative. Her deep understanding of mental health and tailored support have helped me navigate my challenges. I feel empowered to reach my fullest potential because of her professionalism and compassion. I truly appreciate her dedication to my growth and well-being.' This kind of feedback inspires me to continue my work and support each individual on their unique journey.