Coach/Mentor - Independent Living Skills Services

Are you a caring individual with a real passion for helping others and live in south bay area?

COME WORK WITH US - No experience needed, WE will train!

Part-time to full-time employment opportunities are available now! Must be a licensed driver, have a clean driving record and able to pass a background check that meets RC standards.

Spread Your Wings was established in 2015 in a small one room office in Morgan Hill, California. Since then, we have expanded with more than 10 offices now across California and more plans to expand further. At Spread Your Wings LLC., we are dedicated to providing a wide range of services to intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals. We are currently seeking motivated individuals, with a real passion for helping others, to join our Independent Living Skills services team in the south bay area.

INDEPENDENCE - WE LIVE IT, WE VALUE IT, WE TEACH IT!

BEING INDEPENDENT IS WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT.

The Coaches of our Independent Living Skills (ILS) services strive for excellence by supporting, helping and teaching individuals skills necessary for them to grow their independence, have the tools and knowledge to be self-reliant, lead successful independent happy lives and live the life that they want in the environment or home of their choice while being an integrated member in their community. These services that the coaches provide help and empower the individuals to easily access essential resources, build self-confidence, become active members of their community and result in many new opportunities for them and their future.

WE TAKE PRIDE IN THE DIFFERENCE WE MAKE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE WE SUPPORT AND SO COULD YOU!

Under the minimal supervision of the ILS Program Manager, you as a Coach, will manage a caseload of several clients assigned to you by supporting, encouraging, teaching and working with each client individually. You will be working/meeting with clients in their own homes and/or out in the community to help them achieve their goals based on their individual support plan. Some examples of what you might assist/support/teach are functional life skills such as: advocacy, basic cooking, how to maintain a home, management of medical appointments and/or medications, how to access or utilize local community/government resources and how to access/utilize the local public transportation system.

In this position, you are given the general liberty to make your own daily and weekly schedules based on understanding the clients' monthly hourly needs and by working with the client’s availability and their desired days and times that work best for them. You will be responsible for taking and documenting daily service/case notes and writing quarterly progress reports for the individuals assigned to you. 90% of your time will be spent in the field working with clients and the other 10% will be administrative work, such as writing reports, documentation, emails, etc. As part of this position, you will also be required to attend monthly training meetings at your closest SYW’s branch office and communicate regularly with both your ILS Program Manager and your client’s RC service coordinators.

As part of the position, you must be willing to drive your own vehicle from client-to-client’s homes when working/meeting with them. The mile radius that you will be required to drive can vary based on the area and where the clients live. Since this position will require you to use your own vehicle and at times transport the client, YOU MUST HAVE- a reliable and safe vehicle, a valid Driver’s license, car insurance, and vehicle registration is current.

Perks/Benefits:

• Company sponsored medical and life insurance plan for full-time employee only
• Additional medical, dental & vision coverage options available for full-time employees only
• 5 days annual accrued vacation for full-time employees only
• Annual reviews, career and advancement/growth opportunities
• 40hrs of paid sick leave per calendar year
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone stipend

The Ideal Coach is:

• Able to work Monday- Friday, 8am-8pm and occasionally Saturdays.
• Willing to start with part-time hours, during training and learning the position with only a couple assigned clients and then move to full-time with a full case load.
• A compassionate, understanding, patient and caring individual.
• Personable and adaptable to various personalities and lifestyles.
• Engaging, motivating, and able to think "outside the box" to solve problems.
• Dependable, able to work with minimal supervision, and hold yourself accountable.
• Takes initiative, is driven to succeed, and advocates for others.
• Picks up new tasks quickly, follows directions, and asks questions when unsure.
• Computer literate and tech-savvy with basic computer skills and intermediate knowledge of using MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent communicator in all aspects is a must.

Preferred Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A degree in a related field is desired, although it's not required. We focus primarily on candidates with a great work ethic, a positive personality that is warm, and inviting.
• Experience in a related field: ILS, SLS, caretaking, CNA, teaching, coaching, a history of working with children or adults with IDD or other disabilities.

We are willing to train those with minimal experience in this field if your personality appears to be a good fit for the individuals we serve.

We at Spread Your Wings ILS Services value and believe that-

• Attitude is everything
• Adaptability and kindness are vital for success.
• Holding yourself accountable is not optional
• With teamwork comes strength
• Always strive for excellence

Come join a fast-growing company with branches throughout California, plans to expand to more counties and can offer you growth and career opportunities!

Spread Your Wings LLC. Provides the following services:

• Independent Living Skills Coaching/Mentoring
• Independent Living Skills Group Sessions
• Supported Living Services (SLS)
• Behavioral Management Services
• Mental Health Services
• Day Programs

Please apply to this posting or call us at 650-556-5700 where you can leave your name/contact information, and a recruiter will get back to you quickly.

Spread Your Wings is an EOE Employer