Life Coach V / Day Program DSP

Job Description

Job Description

Please go to our website delarc.org and apply. Under Career- current careers openings

The Arc of Delaware County, a nationally recognized organization serving Delaware County for over 50 years, is committed to providing an environment in which everyone is treated with care and respect.

As an employee, we will surround you with highly skilled co-workers and provide you with orientation, training, coaching, support, and opportunities for advancement.

We are looking for caring staff, who are kind, eager to learn, flexible, team oriented, and embrace our core values.

Achieve with us.

Position : Life Coach V / Day Program DSP

Full-time position available in Hamden, Walton, Arkville, New York

Responsibilities : The Life Coach V supports individuals in achieving their desired outcomes, provide training and behavioral support to all facilities.

Job Duties :

• Provide training to program participants in specialized classes, community involvement activities, socialization and interaction skills.
• Completion and updating of individual assessments in goal area, community activity, and other relevant data to promote individual success.
• Maintain a positive learning environment.
• Development of daily lesson plans for training of individuals in instructional areas.
• Actively participate in individual planning meetings.

Qualifications :

• High School diploma or equivalent with two years experience working in Human Services field, or one year of experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities..
• Ability to make good decisions in a timely manner based on analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment.
• Demonstrates competencies in active listening, teaching, curriculum development, task analysis, behavior management, person centered planning and advocacy.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using computer software and email applications
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• NYS Drivers License
• CPR & 1st Aid preferred-will train right candidate

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer female / minority / disability / vet / www.delarc.org