LIFE SKILLS COACH 1 - JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: A Life Skills Coach will support the overall development, implementation and supervision of each client’s Individual Service Plan (ISP), which will outline the clients’ trainings and target goals. These responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Using the concepts of active treatment, participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of each client’s ISP.
Be knowledgeable and supportive of the rights of the Developmentally Disabled.
Encourage each client/consumer to advocate for themselves and when necessary, serve as an advocate for the client.
Provide an environment that supports change and encourages informed choice for the client.
Attend required company meetings and training sessions.
Familiarize and adhere to the Policy and Procedures of Cypress Independent Living Services, Inc. and be familiar with Employee Personnel Handbook.
Monitor ongoing progress of client’s goals and be a direct contact with Regional Center Personnel and other members of our Client’s interdisciplinary team.
Attend scheduled meetings to review client progress as scheduled semi –annually.
Monitor client billable hours to ensure that all assigned hours are completed
Complete semi-annual reports as assigned that are reviewed during meetings
Maintain appropriate paperwork associated with individual clients as assigned
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A LIFE SKILLS COACH:
Ensure 100% of Assigned ILS Hours are Delivered to your caseload of Disabled Adults each week
Document and plan for any Undelivered ILS Hours to be delivered by the end of the month.
Turn in All Session Case Notes each week with your signature by the designated time
Turn in All Time Records each week with your signature by the designated time
Turn in your updated Monthly Schedule by the first of the new month – if any changes have occurred in your schedule, they must be submitted to your supervisor immediately.
Communicate swiftly and thoroughly with your co-workers and outside agencies who rely on your information for the planning of their care for our joint clients. The Cypress ILS Quality Standard is within 24 hours.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must have a reliable vehicle which passes a vehicle inspection
Must have proof of full coverage insurance on your vehicle.
Vehicle must seat at least 4 adults with seatbelts
Must complete items outlined on the employee checklist (i.e. 1-9, W-4)
Prior to being hired, employee must provide proof of acceptable driving record (DUI on record will not be accepted). If an employee receives a DUI at any time during employment, they will be subject to immediate termination. Employees must also continue to maintain an acceptable driving record during their employment.
Employee must have CPR and First Aid. If they are not certified, Cypress Independent Living Services. Inc, will assist them with registering for the appropriate course
Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing
Good organizational skills are a must. Candidates for this position must also be able to motivate others and function with minimal supervision
Must work well with clients, families, other professionals and the community at large
Employees will be responsible for establishing structured work schedules with Supervisor final approval required; employees may elect to distribute client monthly hours throughout the month. However, hours should be regularly scheduled at the same time each week.
Employees are responsible for ensuring they schedule a paid 15 minute break for every 4 hours of work scheduled, and an unpaid 30 minute lunch break for every 6 hours of work scheduled. A second paid 15 minute break is also to be scheduled if an employee works 8 hours in one day.
Employees are limited to a workday of 8 hours, and a maximum of 6 days in a row. No overtime will be authorized unless prior approval from management is obtained. Any unauthorized overtime will result in immediate disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination.
Employees are responsible for completing all assigned client monthly hours. If for any reason client hours will not be completed, employees must notify their supervisor immediately.
Employees understand that they must be able to pass a background check. Employment is contingent upon this, and an employee may be immediately terminated if they fail to pass the background check.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.