Life Skills Coach - Paramus

Job Description

Job Description

Department:Day ProgramFTE/Classification:Full Time/Non-ExemptHours:Monday to Friday (8:30am - 4:00pm; 37.5 hours a week)Pay:$19.00Primary Function: Responsible for supporting individuals with Autism and other Developmental Disabilities in the development of skills needed for greater independent functioning and community integration. Support will be provided to the individuals in the community, in social and vocational activities as well as classroom-type settings. Performance Responsibilities: Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee of North Jersey Friendship House, Inc.:Works towards the accomplishment of department/Agency goalsMaintains confidentiality and immediately reports to management breaches in confidentialityPractices job requirements on an accurate, timely and regular basisObserves and maintains appropriate professional boundaries with members, co-workers, and supervisorsAttend all scheduled meetings, as assignedMeets relevant continuing educational/training requirementCompletes all required documentation/paperwork accurately and within established time framesCompletes all assigned College of Direct Support and Relias trainings, as assignedEssential Functions Include:Prepare and lead meaningful groups to facilitate member's personal, social, vocational and independent growthAssist members with following their daily activity scheduleDevelop and maintain relationships with community organizations, programs, businesses and employers to ensure ongoing connections for community inclusion and learning opportunitiesWork with program manager and plan recreational activities of daily living outingsDrive up to a 12-passenger van to transport members to and from program and/or community activities as neededSupervise members on community activities and ensure their safetyAttend and participate in supervision sessions with program manager as scheduledDocument program member's progress towards ISP goals and objectives according to DDD and Medicaid guidelinesWork with Program Manager on review of members' progress and recommendations for new goals and objectivesOther duties as assigned by Program Manager or Director of Day and Community ServicesRequirements:High school diplomaMinimum of one year experience preferred.Valid driver's license (minimum 3-year driving experience)Experience using electronic health record system preferredMinimum 21 years of ageNorth Jersey Friendship House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.