Independent Living Assistant

Make a Meaningful Impact in a Fun and Rewarding Role as a Life Skills Coach!

Starting Rate:

$20.00 - 21.00 / hr

Location:

SE Portland Metro (Oregon City / West Linn / Milwaukie area)

Status:

Full-Time Position Information:

Internal Job Title:

Life Skills Coach Program:

Community Living Services (CLS)

Type:

In-field, training provided

About Us:

Good-2-Go Oregon (G2G) is a local, community-based support program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We help our clients access their community to achieve goals that are meaningful to them. G2G was founded in 2008 in Central Oregon and has been growing ever since. Today, we serve hundreds of clients in the I/DD community and are proud to provide the highest level of service on their paths to independence. If you want your career to make a difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors, please consider this opportunity. We are proud to provide the training, support, and positive culture you need to enable success both in your career, and your clients' lives.

About The ILS Program:

The Independent Living Services (ILS) department helps our clients complete the daily tasks they need to meet their long term goals. These skills typically include both technical skills such as meal preparation, and soft skills such as socializing.

About the role:

The Life Skills Coach is a hands-on, relationship-based role that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving meaningful life goals. Your day-to-day may include household assistance, community outings, goal planning, and emotional support. Whether helping with groceries or encouraging clients to try new hobbies, your role is to empower independence—not to be an expert at everything, but to be a supportive partner in the journey. Life Skills Coaches are expected to: Build rapport and trust with clients Provide transportation and support in the community Help with household tasks Offer guidance and encouragement during challenges

About You:

Due to the nature of our services, we are looking for a compassionate, passionate, and patient individual to help with services. Candidates must also show strong communication skills, be able to de-escalate situations and exhibit strong professional boundaries. All training for this role is provided after hire, but personal or professional experience with disabled individuals is a plus.

You must:

Have strong verbal communication skills Be a creative and solution-oriented problem solver Be able to pass a criminal background check Have a valid driver's license and insured personal vehicle Be able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification (provided after hire) Why Work with Good 2 Go?

Work-life balance:

Services are offered Monday-Friday during daytime hours. No nights, weekends, or required overtime.

Supportive culture:

Our management team is accessible, communicative, and here to help.

Career growth:

We promote from within—75% of our current admin team started in the field.

Lasting impact:

You'll build long-term relationships and witness meaningful personal growth in the clients you serve.

Compensation:

Starting rate between $20.00 - 21.00 / hr (DOE) Paid Time Off Reimbursement for auto repairs and maintenance Affordable and comprehensive dental insurance Multiple healthcare options including

Voyager Gold Paid Holidays Other Info:

All services take place during the day Monday - Friday. This role does NOT have night or weekend shifts.

Part Time:

30-40 hours a week For more general information about Good-2-Go services and programs, please visit our website at www.

G2GOregon.com or call our recruiter at (541) 306-3691 x1.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position requires extensive driving both with and between clients. A typical Life Skills Coach will average ~200 miles per week in this region. Mileage with / between clients is reimbursed at $0.50 per mile. As such, a safe and reliable car is required for this position. Are you comfortable with this driving requirement?

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Oregon City, OR 97045 (Required)

Work Location:

In person