Transitional Services Job Coach at Lumibility in North Haven, CT

Description

Provide supervision, support and training to people with differing abilities served by Lumibility through group instruction. Implement activities that are person-centered and promote positive outcomes based on individual and group focused goals. Provide the environment and supports necessary to promote appropriate social skills and positive behaviors that will enhance skills, enrich lives, and foster community presence & participation.

Pay Rate: $19.50/hour

Hours: 40 hours/week

Location: North Haven

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of people served by Lumibility in accordance with the individual service plan and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
• Provide supervision, guidance and instruction to individuals served by Lumibility at community-based assessment sites and during structured curriculum based instructional opportunities who are served under the Transitional Services program.
• Support services can include, but are not necessarily limited to: direct supervision, behavioral interventions, attending team meetings, skill development and providing effective communication with supported individuals at community assessment sites and businesses.
• Provide transportation for assigned service individuals in accordance with Lumibility safe-driving policies and practices.
• Have knowledge of assigned community assessment sites to provide effective supervision and guidance
• Maintain medical, social and programmatic files by recording each person’s progress and documenting other required information. This includes, but is not limited to: service goals, attendance records, behavioral data, progress notes, and other documentation as required or needed.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with service participants, families, co-workers and other community representatives.
• Other duties, assignments and work locations as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor degree in related field preferred; knowledge of learning and behavioral processes helpful. Must be over 18 and possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license, have an acceptable driving history and be able to utilize your own vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by Lumibility’s policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of person-centered, outcome-based services for people with differing abilities
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures and applicable regulatory standards
• Knowledge of community resources
• Skill in working with people with differing abilities
• Skill in operating standard office equipment, computer and various software packages.
• Skill in implementing programs & activities as outlined in the individual support plan
• Skill in communicating effectively in a courteous and professional manner
• Skill in writing clearly and concisely to maintain accurate records
• Ability to attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities
• Ability to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills necessary to provide guidance and instruction to adults with significant challenges;
• Ability to work successfully, both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to problem-solve effectively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use adaptive and other equipment
• Ability to maintain a patient and positive attitude
• Ability to drive and travel to varying locations as needed

REQUIRED PHYSICAL EFFORT: Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.

Benefits:

Lumibitliy offers a competitive benefits program including: Medical; HSA; Dental; Vision; Voluntary Life/AD&D; Voluntary short term and long-term disability; 401K with up to 5% matching contribution.

Lumibiity is an Equal Opportunity Employer