Life Skills Coach & Community Support Lead

Kentucky River Community Care; Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky River Community Care in Hazard, KY is seeking a Life Skills Coach/Community Support Associate to support individuals with behavioral health needs. The role requires a High School diploma or GED and experience with behavioral health services, plus a valid driver’s license.

The position is a Regular Full-Time role with daytime hours, focusing on skills training, community integration and independent living supports.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with one year of full-time experience working with individuals who receive services for behavioral health disorders (required).
• Must have valid driver’s license with 2 years of driving experience (required).

Responsibilities

• Teach clients to access community resources, manage medications adherence and develop interpersonal, crisis coping, emotional regulation, transportation, budgeting and independent shopping skills.
• Complete EMR documentation within 24 hours of service delivery.
• Conduct activities to enable individuals to live with maximum independence in the community.
• Enhance community living through skills training, cueing or supervision per the treatment plan.
• Maintain all trainings and required supervision.
• Participate in therapeutic rehabilitation and 1915i Rise services as needed.

Skills

Conscientious

Dependable

Computer skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Kentucky River Community Care in Hazard, KY is seeking a Life Skills Coach/Community Support Associate to support individuals with behavioral health needs. The role requires a High School diploma or GED and experience with behavioral health services, plus a valid driver’s license.

The position is a Regular Full-Time role with daytime hours, focusing on skills training, community integration and independent living supports.