Part-Time Community Coach I — Empowerment & Engagement

Abilityfirst; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

AbilityFirst is seeking a Part-Time Community Coach I in Long Beach, CA. You will support participants with developmental disabilities in pursuing personal goals, building independence, and community integration through structured activities and person-centered plans.

The role emphasizes safety, personal care support, and documenting progress, with a focus on daily engagement and inclusive group activities within the program's staffing ratio. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• 12 ECE units may be required for childcare programs.
• Ability to provide physical assistance including lifting or transferring participants is required.
• Willingness to participate in swimming and community activities.
• 1-2 years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise participants at all times; ensure health, safety, and engagement.
• Work within the designated staffing ratio throughout the program day.
• Implement daily activities and PCP-goal based lesson plans.
• Create and facilitate engaging, inclusive group activities.
• Collaborate with team to develop monthly activity calendars for groups.
• Complete accurate daily documentation of participant goal progress.

Skills

Active supervision

Communication skills

Multicultural teamwork

Documentation accuracy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree preferred

12 ECE units (or related)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data management tools

Job description

AbilityFirst is seeking a Part-Time Community Coach I in Long Beach, CA. You will support participants with developmental disabilities in pursuing personal goals, building independence, and community integration through structured activities and person-centered plans.

The role emphasizes safety, personal care support, and documenting progress, with a focus on daily engagement and inclusive group activities within the program's staffing ratio. Evening/weekend availability is required.