Thank you for your interest in LIFE--Living Independently Forever, Inc.
Join us while we are offering a $1000 Sign On Bonus (explained at interview). It is a great time to join LIFE!
We are currently seeking a new CAREER COACH for our CBDS (Community Based Day Services) Program in Plymouth to provide ON-SITE and COMMUNITY counseling, training and individualized instruction in a group based setting to our wonderful LIFE residents with learning disabilities to help them learn skills to reach their full potential in the workplace.
This position is based in Cordage Park, Plymouth, and the surrounding community. Must live in the Plymouth or the surrounding area as this is an on-site position.
Position ideal is 35-40 hours weekly and are 8AM-ish-4PM-ish (we can be somewhat flexible) Monday-Friday.
Applicant must:
*Be patient, outgoing and organized
*SMILES REQUIRED!
*BE A TEAM PLAYER AS WE ARE ONLY EFFECTIVE WHEN THE TEAM IS WORKING ON THE SAME GOALS FOR THE INDIVIDUALS WE SUPPORT
*Ability to think out of the box appreciated.
*Have excellent verbal and training skills.
*Enjoy working with people of different age groups and abilities.
*Ability to maintain appropriate friendly boundaries.
*Proficiency in basic technology (examples: Microsoft Office, email, training platform, etc.)
*Have the ability to support learning and cognitively disabled adults to help them build confidence and independence in the workplace.
*Must provide resident transportation to and from employment sites and will occasionally need to use your personal vehicle (will be reimbursed for mileage) if needed.
*Must have the stamina to be present in the varied workplaces with the resident(s) to provide proper coaching support.
*Must role model appropriate social and workplace behavior.
This is a position where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others--and if you choose--continue to build a career in this high demand field, in a fun and exciting organization with exceptional growth potential!
Requirements:
- Experience with the Learning-Disabled population highly desired (personal or Special Olympics experience valued!)
- Experience in Retail, Restaurant, Hospitality or Training background excellent
- High School diploma (or equivalent) with some college or technical coursework ideal
- A Patient and Kind approach is mandatory!!!
WE WILL TRAIN THE RIGHT CANDIDATE
MUST be willing to attend any required classes per LIFE or DDS; valid driver's license required with an acceptable driving record; must be able to pass CORI and fingerprinting, and DPPC as per DDS.
Please respond with a resume through Indeed, and/or complete an EASY electronic employment application from our website. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about what we do! lifecapecod.org.
Thank you again for your interest in LIFE--Living Independently Forever, Inc., one of the Cape & Plymouth Business Media's 2022 BEST PLACES TO WORK!!!
LIFE, Living Independently Forever, Inc., is a non-profit organization providing supports for adults with autism and intellectual differences. Incorporated in 1992, LIFE opened its doors to ten residents. LIFE has since expanded to serve over 250 residents with locations in Mashpee, Hyannis, Plymouth, Falmouth Sandwich, and Yarmouth.
LIFE is an EOE who celebrates the diversity of their staff and participants!!!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License with acceptable driving record. (Required)
Work Location: In person