Job Summary
The Life Skills Trainer plays a vital role in empowering individuals with disabilities to develop essential life skills that enhance their independence and quality of life. This position involves working closely with clients in various settings, providing support and guidance tailored to their unique needs. The Life Skills Trainer will facilitate learning experiences that promote personal growth, social interaction, and effective communication.
Duties
- Develop and implement individualized training programs focused on daily living skills, social skills, and community integration.
- Provide hands-on support in areas such as caregiving, home community care, and childcare to ensure clients can navigate their environments effectively.
- Utilize behavior management techniques to address challenges and promote positive behaviors among clients.
- Collect and analyze data on client progress to adjust training methods and report outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
- Foster open communication with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to care.
- Drive clients to community activities or appointments as needed, ensuring their safety and comfort during transportation.
- Engage clients in recreational activities that enhance social skills and encourage participation within the community.
Skills
- Strong background in caregiving or home community care is essential for providing effective support.
- Experience in special education or social work is highly desirable for understanding diverse client needs.
- Proficiency in behavior management techniques to facilitate positive interactions and learning experiences.
- Ability to collect data systematically for tracking client progress and program effectiveness.
- Excellent communication skills to build rapport with clients and collaborate with families and team members.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities is crucial for tailoring approaches that meet specific needs.
- A valid driver's license is required for transporting clients as part of the role.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals while fostering their independence through skill development.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $100.00 per day
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
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