Life Coach/DSP

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Position Summary:

The Life Coach / Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides individualized guidance, mentorship, and support to clients with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or those striving for personal growth and independence. This role focuses on empowering individuals to set and achieve their personal goals, enhance daily living skills, participate meaningfully in their community, and improve personal autonomy.

Salary: $18-$22 with options for an increase for group activities. Pay is distributed monthly.

Qualifications:

•High school diploma or GED required (Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or related fields is helpful).

•Experience in coaching, mentoring, or supporting individuals with disabilities or special needs.

•Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and clean driving record.

•Completion of CPR/First Aid certification (can be obtained upon hire).

•Ability to pass background checks and any required state or agency certifications.

•Vehicle insurance meeting company policy minimums

•Commitment to a minimum of one-year employment

•Experience with developmental disabilities (preferred, not required)

•Smartphone required

Skills and Competencies:

•Strong interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.

•Compassionate and patient demeanor with a positive, empowering attitude.

•Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.

•Strong organizational and time-management skills.

•Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ethical practice.

•Excellent verbal and organizational skills

•Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently and in a team

•Computer proficiency (Word documents, email, scanning, printing, internet search)

•Ability to write and submit detailed notes and reports

•Excellent time management and Self-management skills

Schedule:

Varied shifts available — may include evenings, weekends, or holidays depending on client needs.

Staff are free to manage schedules if customer hours are maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

•Support clients in setting and achieving personal, educational, professional, and wellness goals.

•Provide direct assistance with daily living activities such as cooking, budgeting, time management, and self-care.

•Foster social, emotional, and interpersonal skills through positive mentoring and coaching.

•Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress, goals, and daily activities.

•Develop personalized support plans in collaboration with clients, families, and team members.

•Encourage community participation and promote inclusion in recreational, vocational, or volunteer programs.

•Use person-centered planning to respect and support each individual’s autonomy and preferences.

•Assist with transportation to appointments, community events, and other activities as needed.

•Ensure a safe, supportive environment in compliance with agency policies and state regulations.