What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Skills Advocate position at One Step Beyond, Inc?
Schedule: Monday - Friday *Must be able to Drive company vehicles
Life Skills Advocate
One Step Beyond, Inc. is a nonprofit organization. Our Vision is a world in which individuals with disability are fully included in all aspects of community life and are appreciated for the contributions they can make to their community.
We're looking for a Life Skill Advocate (LSA). The LSA is responsible for assisting with daily activities of life skills by monitoring and implementing each member's daily activity schedule, teaching safety awareness, documenting each member’s progress in alignment with ISP goals, and participating in community engagement activities and/or program location-based activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual disability or a similar population requiring attention and compassionate care
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to gain knowledge and implement practices that show attention to compassionate and safe supervision of individuals with ID as well as supporting individualized developmental growth goals and objectives.
- Good driving record must pass MVR inquiry
Responsibilities
- Deliver program curriculum based on individual needs of program members and in accordance with ISP goals and objectives by implementing the daily schedule provided by the supervisor.
- Transport program members safely in a company vehicle to/from DTA program for community-based activities as well as transportation to and from program.
- Report and document concise daily member’s progress including completing daily logs, communication books, data sheets, etc.
Extensive benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program; Open Gym
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 18 years old.
- How did you hear about us? If referred please list name.
- This position pays $16.50 hourly, is that acceptable for you?
- Any schedule restrictions?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17