Overview Join our team and begin a career with purpose! No driving required - Mon-Friday Schedule! Empathy, compassion, respect, and trust? Are these your values? If so, apply today! At ESSC these are our values too and they drive our passion to achieve our mission. Are you interested in a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact in the world every day? As a Mentor/Life Skills Coach you can be a force for change through activism and advocacy for greater access, equity, and inclusion for all. In this position you would empower people with disabilities to gain social and daily living skills, and to be active members of their communities. Join our team and begin a career with purpose! No driving required - Mon-Friday Schedule! Position: Life Skills Coach 1 Location: Van Nuys Hours: Full-time - Monday-Friday - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Hourly Starting Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour *We provide CPR/First Aid certification for Adult Day Services* - Excellent Monday through Friday work schedule. No weekends or evenings - Full-time positions are eligible for medical, dental, & vision, 401k program, tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year, student loan counseling program, 15 days of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, etc. - We offer a career path providing room to grow! - No driving required - Great work culture & work/life balance OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under direct supervision, plans and conducts daily activities to facilitate individual learning experiences and develops living skills consistent with the Individual Service Plan (ISP)/Individual Program Plan (IPP) objectives and Service Design. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: • Supports daily activities using a variety of techniques to assist in the development of community life and safety skills consistent with the goals of the individual • Assists individuals with planning, preparing, and executing a weekly schedule of activities, providing life-long learning skills and learning experiences according to service-provided ISP and IPP goals and objectives • Provides assistance with personal care which may include nutrition, personal hygiene and supporting the individual to look his/her best • Assists in the development and implementation of a Service Plan consistent with the individual’s personal goals. Assists with assessments, planning, and the evaluation process for individuals. May attend meetings with stakeholders to recommend changes to the service plan • Maintains all assigned documentation and data, including ISP's, quarterly and annual evaluations, and case notes • Provides guidance to the Personal Assistants as necessary • Performs other duties as assigned EDUCATION: Typically requires HS diploma.IIICPR certification card and First Aid certificate EXPERIENCE: • 1-2 years’ experience, or equivalent combination of training, education and experience to perform the job successfully. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: • Must possess basic computer skills • Ability to provide assistance with personal care and transfer an individual who may have little to no weight bearing skills • Ability to push people who use wheelchairs on a variety of terrain and support people with other mobility needs as required • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing; Ability to interpret and carry out verbal and written instruction • Must be able to work in a team environment, practicing collaboration and cooperation; Ability to be solution-oriented and creative • Must adhere to ethical practices and the core values of ESSC • Ability to tolerate an outdoor work environment inclusive of a variety of weather conditions • Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test • Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals and/or Service requirements • May be required to utilize personal vehicle to transport individuals locally, depending on service design and location; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration; must have a minimum of 3 years’ driving experience Carrying/Lifting: Frequent / 0-30 lbs. Standing: Frequent / Up to 5 hours per day Sitting: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day Walking: Frequent / Up to 5 hours per day Repetitive Motion/Activity: Frequent (bend, twist, stoop, reach, pull, kneel, push wheelchairs in a variety of terrain) Visual Acuity: Close distance and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Travel: Frequent Environmental Exposure: Constant exposure to unpleasant or hazardous conditions (noise, heat, dust, bio fluids, etc.), indoor and outdoor work environment