MAPs DSP Job Coach: Build Independence & Community

Progressive Directions, Inc.; Dickson (TN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) in Dickson, Tennessee, is hiring a full-time MAPs Job Coach to support participants in the MAPS Program.

The role focuses on helping individuals build independence, employment opportunities, and life skills through on-site and remote coaching. The MAPs Coach will assist with career development, community navigation, and enabling technology while adhering to safety and confidentiality policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
• Basic computer and tablet skills.
• Comfort learning and using new technology.
• Ability to provide both in-person and remote supports.
• Strong organization and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and remote support to MAPs participants based on their individualized goals.
• Help participants work toward goals established throughout Years 1, 2, and 3 of the MAPs program.
• Work with the MAPs Program Director to develop individualized community resource maps.
• Promote participant choice, independence, dignity, respect, self-determination, and quality of life.
• Encourage participants to make informed choices and take an active role in setting their own goals.
• Help participants develop skills rather than simply completing tasks for them.
• Maintain participant safety while encouraging independence and appropriate risk-taking.
• Document services, activities, observations, progress, and participant responses accurately and on time.
• Maintain confidentiality of participant information.
• Communicate concerns or changes involving participants to the MAPs Program Director.
• Administer medications according to Medication Safety requirements when applicable.
• Maintain professional relationships with participants, families, natural supports, employers, community partners, and other resources.
• Attend required meetings and training.
• Follow all PDI policies, procedures, safety requirements, and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Listening skills

Organization

Documentation

Independence

In-person & remote support

Technology proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) in Dickson, Tennessee, is hiring a full-time MAPs Job Coach to support participants in the MAPS Program.

The role focuses on helping individuals build independence, employment opportunities, and life skills through on-site and remote coaching. The MAPs Coach will assist with career development, community navigation, and enabling technology while adhering to safety and confidentiality policies.