Life Skills Coach / Community Support Professional

Life Skills Coach / Community Support ProfessionalCommunity Living CounselorHome of Guiding Hands | San Diego & East County SDPart-Time | Flexible Schedule | Community-Based | $18-$20/hourMake an impact by helping adults with disabilities build the skills and confidence to live more independently.Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) is looking for compassionate, dependable individuals to work one-on-one with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the community.This is a hands-on, community-based role. Rather than providing traditional caregiving, you'll teach, coach, encourage, and support individuals as they work toward their personal goals and greater independence.What You'll DoEvery client's goals are different, which means every day can look a little different. You'll meet with individuals in their homes and throughout the community and help them develop practical skills they can use in everyday life.You may help someone:Learn how to budget, pay bills, and manage their moneyPlan meals, grocery shop, cook, and prepare foodSchedule and access medical and dental appointmentsLearn laundry, cleaning, and household managementUnderstand and navigate government benefits and community resourcesBuild healthy relationships, boundaries, and personal safety skillsBecome more comfortable and confident navigating their communityWork toward individualized goals that increase their independenceYou'll Also Be Responsible ForScheduling, planning, and conducting visits with your assigned clientsWorking with each individual to develop meaningful goals based on their needs and interestsHelping clients make progress toward their Individual Service Plan (ISP)Preparing and updating semiannual ISP reportsScheduling and attending ISP meetings and advocating for the individual's needs, preferences, and goalsMaintaining accurate and timely client documentationCommunicating with families, service coordinators, and other members of the interdisciplinary teamTraveling throughout San Diego or Imperial County to meet clients in their homes and other community locationsWho Would Be Great in This Role?You don't need to have all the answers. We're looking for someone who is patient, encouraging, dependable, and genuinely enjoys helping others succeed.If you're the type of person who enjoys teaching someone how to do something rather than simply doing it for them, this could be a great fit.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED requiredMust be at least 18 years oldExperience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is preferred, but not requiredStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and manage your schedule and client responsibilitiesComfortable completing required documentation and using email, online systems, and mobile applicationsKnowledge of community resources is a plusValid California driver's license with a safe driving recordReliable transportation and required automobile insuranceAbility to travel throughout your assigned service areaAbility to meet required background clearance and training requirementsWhy Home of Guiding Hands?Since 1967, Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) has been dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs help people live meaningful, fulfilling lives while building independence and staying connected to their communities.This position is an opportunity to develop meaningful one-on-one relationships while helping individuals accomplish goals that can have a lasting impact on their everyday lives.Help someone learn the skills today that can give them greater independence tomorrow.Equal Employment OpportunityHome of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, protected veteran status, qualified disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.