Coach / Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

ICAN Partial Work Program

Coach Job Description

Primary Function

A Coach provides direct support and care for clients with developmental and / or physical disabilities. This position supports and fosters client choice. The Coach will teach daily activities such as vocational, social, and life skills to promote independent living. The Coach must be an organized, flexible, detail-oriented, and dependable individual. The Coach reports directly to the Partial Work Program Manager.

Schedule

This is a part-time position with available shifts Monday through Friday; and scheduled for one of the following time blocks :

AM Program : 8 : 15 AM to 2 : 15 PM

PM Program : 12 : 30 PM to 6 : 30 PM

All coaches are required to also attend an additional weekly one-hour team meeting / training, and one hour for curriculum writing.

Benefits

Vacation and Sick Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance; and Health Savings Program

Referral Program

401(k)

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be eligible to work legally in the United States

Must be able to maintain regular attendance

Must be able to consistently arrive on time

Must be able to multitask and work independently with clients

Must be able to meet schedules and deadlines

Must be an organized, flexible, detail-oriented, and dependable individual

Must follow all the rules and regulations listed in ICAN’s Policy and Procedures Manual and ICAN’s Code of Conduct and Ethics

Must be comfortable working with and directly caring for people with developmental disabilities in a group setting, whether in a controlled environment or in the community

Education, Experience, and Knowledge

Must have a high school diploma from a recognized, accredited high school (No GED)

Six months experience working with people with disabilities preferred but not required

Must have computer skills, preferably including the use of Mac Products, Excel, Word, Pages, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive, and Dropbox

Must have adequate typing skills

Must be fluent in English and have basic English writing and grammar skills

Bilingual in Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or ASL a plus

Licenses and Other Requirements

Must have the ability to pass tuberculosis skin test

Submit to a fingerprint clearance through LiveScan before starting employment

Must be CPR and First Aid certified or be willing to complete CPR and First Aid certification

Must be CPI certified or willing to complete prevention-first training at hire

If driving company vehicles, must maintain a valid California driver’s license throughout employment. Must also submit to a DMV background check.

Must have reliable transportation. If taking public transportation, must have the ability to travel to job sites and hiring locations in the South Bay, West Los Angeles, and / or greater Long Beach areas. If using a private vehicle, valid California Driver’s License or valid driver’s license from another state at the time of interview and throughout employment with a clean three year driving record. Willingness to submit to DMV background check and provide evidence of current auto registration and liability insurance.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Having dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and computer equipment

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 70 pounds including pushing a wheelchair

Transferring an individual with little or no weight-bearing skills

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist clients

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally

Working in indoor and outdoor environments, as well as traveling

Essential Responsibilities

Maintaining visual contact with the clients at all times, except when the clients are using the restroom facilities

Providing small group instruction and assistance to the clients during their activities

Engaging in interactive conversations with clients that encourage opportunities for growth in defining, developing and implementing the clients’ goals

Keeping cell phones on and within reach throughout club time to be able to receive communication from the administrative team (Cell phones should only be used for ICAN use during work hours)

Maintaining all required client documentation by completing case notes before the end of your shift Case notes must be submitted with correct grammar and spelling, or they may be returned. Case notes should take an average of ten minutes per client

Cleaning all spaces used by staff and clients before leaving for the day

Reporting any unusual incidents, concerning behavior, or suspected abuse to the program manager or assistant manager immediately

As directed, driving company vehicles to transport clients to club locations, which also requires use of defensive driving techniques and staying focused on the road at all times

Maintaining secure possession of ICAN cash allowances, company credit cards, and copies of receipts for all purchases, to be turned in at the end of the day

Participating in the preparing and executing of the weekly schedule of activities and lesson plans

Participating in team meetings as directed

Writing the lesson plans for the activities of multiple clubs in the ICAN Partial Work Program by given schedules and deadlines. These activities should provide experience with everyday living skills according to each client’s program goals and objectives

Providing positive role modeling to clients and the ICAN community

Maintaining positive and cooperative working relationships with clients, guardians, coworkers and ICAN staff

Optional Tailored Day Services coaching : Working one-on-one with an individual client to develop and support individual goals to maximize the clients community integration, employment, volunteer activities, and / or pursue post-secondary education

Monday through Friday, 6 hours per day

8 : 15am to 2 : 15pm or 12 : 30pm to 6 : 30pm

• 2 hours training and planning per week