Community Coach I (Full-Time)

ABOUT THE ROLE: The Community Coach I plays a hands-on role in supporting participants with developmental disabilities in achieving their personal goals, building independence, and integrating into their community through structured programming. This position is part of the direct service staffing ratio and is responsible for ensuring participant safety, providing personal care, facilitating activities, and documenting progress.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Programming & Participant Support

• Actively supervise participants at all times; ensure health, safety, and engagement
• Work within the designated staffing ratio throughout the program day
• Implement daily activities and lesson plans that reflect each participant's Person-Centered Plan (PCP) goals
• Create and facilitate engaging, inclusive group activities
• Collaborate with team members to develop monthly activity calendars for assigned groups

Documentation & Communication

• Complete accurate and timely daily documentation of participant goal progress
• Report and document any case notes or significant participant concerns immediately
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the dignity and rights of all participants

Personal Care

• For community care licensed programs, assist participants with all aspects of personal care including feeding, diapering (may include use of hoyer lift), toileting, and hygiene needs
• Support participants in swimming activities as needed

Community Outings

• Supervise and support participants ensuring safety and active engagement
• Help participants access volunteer opportunities in the community
• Drive agency vehicles or accompany participants on public transportation as needed once approved as an AF driver

Training & Professional Development

• Complete all required staff training including active supervision, behavior support, lifting/transferring, feeding/personal care, and safety protocols
• Participate in ongoing training, coaching, and staff meetings to support professional growth and participant outcomes

Other Duties

• Uphold mandated reporter requirements, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred
• 12 ECE (Early Childhood Education) or college units in any related field may be required for childcare programs
• 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Must be able to provide physical assistance including lifting or transferring participants
• Strong understanding of person-centered practices, goal setting, and community integration preferred
• Willingness to participate in swimming activities and assist participants in the pool preferred
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities and sexual orientations required
• Familiarity with regional center processes, reports, and compliance preferred
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification required
• Successful completion of background (LiveScan) check required
• Valid Driver's License preferred
• Must be able to work evenings/weekends as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent movement and standing for extended periods; minimal desk or computer-based work
• Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors
• Physical effort/lifting up to 50 pounds at times

BENEFITS:

• Competitive benefit package through Kaiser, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off