Life Skills Coach

Job Details: Job Location: Natick Day Program (33)

• Natick, MA, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $20.62 - $20.62Hourly, Job Shift: Day, 💙 More Than a Job — A Chance to Make a Difference Looking for a career with purpose? Join a mission-driven organization where the work you do creates a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about empowering others to reach their fullest potential, we invite you to bring your talents, heart, and dedication to our team. Come be part of something meaningful. Come make a difference. 💙 💚 More Than a Workplace — A Team That Cares At Charles River Center, we believe in supporting the people who make our mission possible. Along with the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, our full-time employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support their health, financial future, and work-life balance, including: 🌿Health & Insurance Benefits – Access to insurance benefits to support your health and well-being. 🌿Retirement Savings – A 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for your future. 🌿Paid Holidays – Time off to enjoy designated holidays throughout the year. 🌿Vacation Time – Paid vacation time to rest, recharge, and spend time with loved ones. 🌿Sick Leave – Sick time to care for or your family when you need it most. 🌿Employee Assistance Fund – Additional support for eligible employees facing financial hardship or unexpected challenges. 🌿Tuition Reimbursement – Support for continued education and professional development through educational opportunities relevant to the agency’s mission.

Position Overview

Please note that this is a part-time position, with a schedule of Mondays and Fridays only. The Life Skills Coach is responsible for the direct supervision, training, and care of individuals in community and program settings. This role involves implementing Individual Support Plans (ISPs), supporting participants in developing essential life and work skills, and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams to foster independence and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

Program Duties Act as a role model, demonstrating professionalism, safe practices, and a positive work attitude. Support individuals in work skills, personal care, socialization, behavioral skills, self-advocacy, and daily routines. Facilitate group and individualized learning activities in both community and program settings.

Implement teaching strategies to promote independence and achieve ISP goals. Provide feedback on individuals' strengths, challenges, and interests to the Sr. Life Skills Coach and Program Director. Assist in developing dynamic and engaging schedules tailored to individuals' needs. Ensure community safety, provide individual oversight, and operate company vehicles, including passenger vans, in compliance with Charles River policies and state laws.

Conduct needs assessments and assist in person-centered planning and goal-setting. Support individual and group employment activities, encouraging community integration and relationships. Maintain clean, organized, and safe environments in the program, community settings, and vehicles. Monitor individuals during lunch, breaks, and transportation, ensuring safety and well-being.

Behavioral & Crisis Support Implement Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies as guided by the Program and Clinical Directors. Assist in crisis interventions, including behavior management and emergency restraint interventions. Accurately and promptly document incident reports and related paperwork. Consistently uphold Human Rights Policies to ensure dignity and respect for all individuals.

Documentation & Compliance Complete all required documentation, including: Attendance records, fire drill reports, ISP data sheets, behavior plan documentation, and safety logs. Utilize agency software programs (Paycom and Icentrix) for time tracking and record-keeping. Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.

Required Skills

& Competencies Interpersonal Skills: Builds positive and professional relationships with individuals, families, and staff. Teamwork & Collaboration: Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Dependability: Consistently follows through on responsibilities with accuracy and reliability. Communication: Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication in both individual and group settings.

Planning & Organization: Manages multiple tasks, prioritizes responsibilities, and adapts to changing conditions. Initiative & Problem-Solving: Demonstrates self-reliance, independent thinking, and proactive decision-making. Management & Leadership: Supports and enforces agency policies, setting a positive example for staff and individuals.

Qualifications

High School Diploma required. Experience in Human Services preferred. Successful completion of all state and agency-mandated training courses. Knowledge of Normalization and Community Inclusion principles. Must pass a Criminal History Background Check (CORI), DPPC, DDS, and other screenings. Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.

Proficiency in Microsoft applications and agency software programs. Language Skills Fluent in English, with the ability to read, interpret, and write reports. Effective communication in individual and group settings with participants, families, and team members. Physical Demands Must have endurance and physical ability to perform job duties.

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle materials and tools. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs from floor to waist and 10-15 lbs from waist to overhead. Must be able to maneuver up to 100 lbs (assistance provided when possible). Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Reasoning Ability Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions. Adaptability in problem-solving and responding to dynamic work environments.