Life Skills Coach - Community Inclusion Program (Part Time) - North Jersey Friendship House

Primary Function: Support and assist individuals with developmental disabilities in educational, enrichment or recreational activities that are intended to enhance inclusion in the community

Hours: 20 Hours a week (Monday - Thursday - 3-8 pm)

Essential Functions:

• Work with individuals in small groups: to include recreational, leisure and educational activities in the community.
• Prepare for and assist with community integration and social skills planning
• Work with Program Coordinator in the development of curriculum and activity planning
• Support and teach pro-social skills to the participants to ensure and reinforce skill development
• Evaluate participant satisfaction with activities and make recommendations as needed
• Develop rapport with participants and form a trusting relationship with them
• Provide participants with transportation to and from activities as needed or assigned by Program Coordinator
• Ensure participants safety in the community
• Complete a daily activity note for each Community Inclusion participant in your group noting progress, needs, special skills and preferences in their electronic health record
• Work with Program Coordinator in the development of annual goals and strategies to meet their stated goals

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Associates degree (preferred) from an accredited college in the Human Services field or one (1) year of related experience
• Experience in working with individuals with disabilities
• Ability to work well in a team setting
• Valid driver's license with a clean record

North Jersey Friendship House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.