Life Skills Coach/Day Program Caregiver - $20-22/hr to start with $800 Signing Bonus if Hired

Marin Ventures is an upbeat team work environment that encourages it’s employees to use their interests to enrich the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. Caregivers work Monday- Friday during daytime hours, with no nights or weekends and several paid holidays . We provide program participants with opportunities to participant in all types of activities including art, music, life skill courses, exercise, and more. Share your own interests in cooking, sewing, gardening, music. You will also drive and/or accompany clients on a variety of outings in Marin County including swimming, bowling, hikes in local parks, exploring libraries, and other special events.

We are currently looking for Life Skills Coaches at our adult day program located in San Rafael, CA 94903. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is highly preferred but not required.

 Responsibilities of the Life Skills Coach:

• Teach and engage in activities reflecting program participants preferences and goals.
• Support participants to maximize independence in all activities.
• Teach and train participants in life skills.
• Help create and organize classroom activities and community outings.
• Assist participants with lunch and snacks including supervision of meal times and assisting participants with eating.
• Assisting participants with personal care and hygiene.
• Take participants on community outings using agency vehicles, personal car, and/or public transportation.
• Complete basic documentation: observation and seizure reports, case notes, data on clients’ goals and objectives, van logs, mileage/expense reports, and administrative paperwork.
• Share observations regarding participant progress or concerns with Program Coordinators.

Requirements of the Life Skills Coach:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) or any combination of similar education and experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a current valid CA driver’s license and a clean driving record for a minimum of two years. 
• Must be able to pass a federal background check.
• Must be physically capable of completing job related tasks such as lifting 25lbs and standing for an entire shift.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities highly preferred.
• Ability to drive agency vehicles highly preferred.

Compensation for the Life Skills Coach:

• $20-22/hr depending on experienc. 
  
• Starting bonus of $800 over the course of the first year of employment.
  
• Regular bonus and pay increases for good performance.
• Opportunity to develop skills in professional environment, and promotions for demonstrating leadership.
• No nights, no weekends. Great schedule for second job.
• Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, etc
• 10 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Paid Time Off
• A supportive and empathetic work culture.