Independence Coach

Description

Summary:

The Independence Coach's job function is to set individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities on a path to learn skills to help them work, live independently, learn about their neighborhoods, and find hobbies that interest them. This staff will help the individual access tools, technology, and support they need to meet the goals they set for themselves.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Will meet and work closely with the Charles Lee Center Coordinator and the individual and their families to write a plan to set goals and milestones for the first year of a three-year service plan.
• Meet face to face or virtually with the individual to create a VCRM (Virtual Community Resource Map). Which will include information about jobs, housing, transportation, outings, and other places of interest for the individual.
• Teach the individual to use technology (Cell phone, tablet, computer, etc.) to use the VCRM.
• Work with the individual to meet a total of 3 or more milestones per year, which could include living and traveling independently, getting support for a job, getting support from peer mentor.
• Teach travel training, using various forms of technology.
• Help build social capital, by building networks in their communities.
• Assist with communication skills at home, in the community and on the job site.
• Connect the individual with resources to help with benefit advisement, technology, vocational rehabilitation services for their continued success.
• Be a liaison between the individual, their family and the DDA Technology Champion and various technology vendors to help the individual access and use various forms of enabling technology to future their independence in the community, at home and in the workplace.
• Meet the deadlines for each year of service for the individuals and their milestones.
• Will travel to the individual for face-to-face meetings each month.
• Meet with the individual virtually, via text or telephone call throughout the month.
• Complete monthly service notes within the deadline
• Document all work towards milestones and submit for validation.
• Attend monthly provider meetings, virtual and in person.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of the individual and is required to comply

with all agency standards, policies and procedures, assuring quality services are provided.

• Be a productive team member; promote a positive work environment regarding supported persons, co-workers, family members, customers, employers and community stakeholders with courtesy and respect.
• Adhere to all federal, state and local laws and ESTN policies regarding the safe operation of motor vehicle.
• Comply with all Easter Seals Policies and Procedures,
• Ensure Person Centered practices and People First language are clearly communicated to all staff and implemented.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED, required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Experienced user of technology.
• Model and promote a positive and professional environment.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Communication and math skills sufficient to write reports and maintain records.
• Effective verbal and oral communication skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License, with an F endorsement, and a clear driving history.
• Must maintain liability and auto insurance.
• Must maintain CPR and/or First Aid Certification and meet all DDA and agency training requirements