Life Skills Coach for Veterans – Community & Independence

The Bindu Institute, LLC; Navarre (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Job summary

The Bindu Institute, LLC in Navarre, FL seeks a Life Skills Coach to work with individuals who have brain injuries or neurological conditions. The role emphasizes advocacy, community integration, and daily living supports to help clients live independently.

Responsibilities include assisting with housing routines, transportation, social participation, and accessing community resources. A driver’s license and ability to lift weights are required; part-time schedule with 401(k) matching available.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities and in some cases physical disabilities preferred.
• Must have a reliable computer or device for documentation responsibilities; 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provides 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.

Skills

Independent thinking

Observation skills

Problem solving

Disability awareness

Client advocacy

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

BS/BA in related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Job description

The Bindu Institute, LLC in Navarre, FL seeks a Life Skills Coach to work with individuals who have brain injuries or neurological conditions. The role emphasizes advocacy, community integration, and daily living supports to help clients live independently.

Responsibilities include assisting with housing routines, transportation, social participation, and accessing community resources. A driver’s license and ability to lift weights are required; part-time schedule with 401(k) matching available.