What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Living Skills Coach, Part-Time position at Waves, Inc.?
As an Independent Living Skills Coach (ILSC), you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as an Independent Living Skills Coach. In this part-time role, you will assist participants of the program in developing and enhancing their independent living skills.
Responsibilities:
- Teach members essential skills for independent living, such as grocery shopping and budgeting.
- Collaborate with members to improve in-home management skills, including organizing and cooking.
- Support members in developing employment-based skills through job development, training, and supervision.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Knowledge of independent living skills and the ability to effectively teach and support individuals in acquiring these skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and an understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with members, their families, and other team members.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of members.
We offer competitive compensation and a supportive work environment focused on professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for the position of Semi-Independent Living Skills Coach.
Waves, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Waves, Inc. also operates its programs and services without regard to race, color and national origin in accordance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. To file a complaint, please copy and paste this link into your browser to complete this form (https://wavesinc.com/SITE/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Title_VI_Complaint_Form_English.pdf).