Life Skills Coach / Activities & Vocational Support (Full-Time)

Rainbow Omega, Inc.; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Vision and Life Insurance

Retirement Plan with company match

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Rainbow Omega, Inc. is seeking a Life Skills Coach to provide direct support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will implement active treatment plans, facilitate daily activities, and promote independent living skills in accordance with IPP and ICF/IID regulations. The role involves planning engaging activities, coordinating on-site and community-based opportunities, and driving residents to events while maintaining strict safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• License: Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Core aptitude for working with adults with IDD.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Preferred: experience in ICF/IID or vocational settings.
• Preferred: CPR, First Aid, CPI certifications or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily activities and weekend programs for residents.
• Develop pre-vocational and vocational skill-building activities.
• Assist with activities of daily living and provide direct support.
• Transport residents to on-site and community activities using facility vehicles.
• Document participation and progress for regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with the Program Director and team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Patience with adults

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Life Skills Coach / Activities & Vocational Support (Full-Time)

About Rainbow Omega, Inc. Rainbow Omega, Inc. is a faith-based, non-profit organization that provides comprehensive vocational and residential care programs to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) are designed to offer specialized support in a vibrant, home-like environment. We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative professional to enrich our residents' lives through daily activities, community integration, and vocational skill development.

Position Summary As a Life Skills Coach, you will provide vital direct support to adults with disabilities by assisting with daily living skills, implementing active treatment plans, facilitating recreational activities, and fostering pre-vocational and vocational capabilities. This position is central to promoting independence, dignity, and a high quality of life for our residents in accordance with their Individual Program Plans (IPP) and ICF/IID regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Activities & Active Treatment: Plan and deliver engaging, safe daily and weekend activities; develop and display seasonal/holiday decorations to create a festive, welcoming facility environment.
• Vocational & Pre-Vocational Development: Plan training activities that teach essential job skills (task completion, time management, teamwork); coordinate on-site and community-based volunteer or vocational opportunities.
• Direct Support & Life Skills: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and independent living skills; fill in as a resident aide when necessary to ensure strict continuity of care.
• Community Integration & Transportation: Drive facility vehicles to transport residents to on-campus and off-campus recreational events, medical appointments, and local community shopping trips.
• Documentation & Compliance: Accurately document daily participation, progress toward vocational goals, and prepare reports required by state licensing and regulatory entities.
• Team Collaboration: Actively participate in facility meetings and report any complaints, incidents, or concerns directly to the Program Director or Coordinator.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Licensing: Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable, clean driving record (required for transporting residents).
• Core Aptitude: A strong desire and ability to work effectively and patiently with adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Background Check: Passing a clean pre-employment drug screen and a comprehensive background check is required.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience working within an ICF/IID or professional vocational setting.
  • Coursework in human services, vocational rehabilitation, or a related field.
  • Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and CPI (or a willingness to obtain them upon hire).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and engage in physical activities throughout the shift, including assisting with lifting, transferring, and resident mobility support.
• Availability: Willingness to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays to support resident activities.

What We Offer (Benefits & Compensation)

ROI provides competitive hourly wages alongside a robust benefits package, including:

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance (additional supplemental coverages available)
• Vision and Life Insurance
• Comprehensive Retirement Plan options with company matching
• 8 Paid Holidays per year

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