Independent Living Skills Coach

Independent Living Skills Coach Ehrnriter Companion and Community Group - 4.7 Minneapolis, MN Job Details Part-time | Full-time $20 - $22 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid training Mileage reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Customer service High school diploma or GED Driver's License Direct support Full Job Description We are seeking Independent Life Skills Coach (ILS Coach) to service clients within the Minneapolis and surrounding areas on a part-time and full-time basis. The driving radius for an ILS Coach is limited to 25- 30 minutes of your home to mitigate excessive traveling. Additionally, we offer our ILS Coach's gas mileage reimbursement and paid driving time. ILS Coach's typically meet with clients between the hours of 8am to 8pm. Full time staff schedules are either 9-5 or 10-6. -- overnight hours are not available for staffing. ECCG offers room for career growth as we strive to train and promote Independent Living Skills Coach's from within to senior leadership roles. Please note that this is not a group home setting, our ILS Coach's will be meeting with clients in their own residences. This role provides Individualized Homes Supports (IHS) with Training and Individualized Homes Supports (IHS) with Family Training.

Responsibilities of Direct Support Professionals:

ILS Coaches do NOT perform personal cares (no bathing, toileting, med passing, cleaning, etc) ILS Coaches meet with clients, one on one, in their homes on a regularly scheduled basis - gas mileage reimbursement provided with paid driving time ILS Coaches transport clients as needed throughout the community for appointments and activities - gas mileage reimbursement provided with paid driving time ILS Coaches support clients through creative, thoughtful, problem-solving ILS Coaches understand and work to follow through with support plan goals ILS Coaches assist individuals in planning and structuring time together ILS Coaches must maintain timely completion of documentation of activities and progress as directed by supervisor ILS Coaches must maintain clear and professional communication with clients, Field Coordinators, and members of the support team

Qualifications of Direct Support Professionals:

High School diploma or equivalent 2+ years of customer service experience 1+ year(s) in the human service experience Reliable car that is well maintained and suitable for client transportation Valid driver's license and valid car insurance Ability to pass a criminal background check Ability to pass and maintain required training for DHS compliance such as CPR/First aid and

HIPAA Essential Functions of Direct Support Professionals:

Occasionally move up to 20lbs for various client needs. Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 75% of the session Frequently move within and about the clients' residence and/or community, including ascending/descending stairs or ladders. Have and maintain a valid driver's license Frequently, and throughout the session, verbally communicate with clients Ability to view clients in-person throughout sessions Our Independent Living Skills Coaches work one on one with a client, in their own homes and in the community, to focus on goals that they have set for themselves, build skills that empower them, and help them to engage and integrate with their community while remaining independent. Some of the ILS Coach tasks include: Scheduling and attending medical appointments Assisting with day-to-day tasks i.e grocery shopping and running errands etc. Finance management i.e. helping them navigate technology to pay bills etc. Participating in a fun activity or hobby Providing genuine companionship and reliable support We're looking for an ILS Coach who shares our

Core Values:

We do the right thing by those we serve and partner with within our community. We strive for continuous improvement in everything that we do We take initiative to solve problems. We are energetic and creative We cultivate positive communities through connections and collaboration.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): With gas mileage reimbursed, are you willing to travel to and from clients' residences as a daily part of your role? What interested you the most about this position? We are an outside service that meets with clients in whatever residency they're in such as their own house, an apartment, a group home, or an assisted-living facility. Do you feel comfortable working with clients in their own homes and out in the community in a 1 on 1 setting? If any, what is some personal and/or professional experience that you have in this field? Most of our clients have pets, are you comfortable working in an environment with animals, specifically dogs? Our part time ILS Coaches typically work between 20-29 hours, whereas our full time staff work 30-40 hours. How many hours were you looking for, and what was your desired availability? (The typical hours our clients are available would be no earlier than 9am and no later than 7/8pm).

Work Location:

On the road