Community Living Coach

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Autism Nova Scotia Full time

UNDERSTANDING - ACCEPTANCE - INCLUSION

About Autism Nova Scotia


Autism Nova Scotia is a national leader in providing social, educational, and employment supports for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), their families, caregivers, and professionals.

Our vision is a society where people with ASD can live their lives to the fullest.

This vision informs our day-to-day operations and provides a philosophy that revolves around person-focused supports, strength-based approaches, and community-oriented learning opportunities.

Autism Nova Scotia delivers programming in Halifax and in nine communities across Nova Scotia through our Regional Autism Centres.

Our three program divisions are:
Social & Community Inclusion; Employment Support; and Family and Caregiver Support.

POSITION TITLE:
Community Living Coach - Independent Living Support Program (ILS)

POSITION:
Casual (approx. 20 hours) or as needed

LOCATION:
Throughout HRM depending on participant locations

SALARY:
$21.50 per hour

DIRECT REPORT:
ILS Coordinator

Program Summary:


The Independent Living Support Program (ILS) is a community-based program for individuals with disabilities to access direct support from Community Living Coaches in their home or community to live independently.

The ILS program provides individualized, person-directed support in the areas they have identified which may include; daily living activities, safety skills, community access, and financial management.


The Opportunity:


We are looking for reliable Community Living Coaches to work directly with our ILS participants in their home and community on a casual basis during their scheduled support sessions.

Session times and shifts range from 2-4 hours.

Educational Qualifications

  • Degree/Diploma in Human/Social Services field or currently enrolled, relevant experience will be considered
  • 13 years of recent experience working with individuals with disabilities considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

  • Demonstrates knowledge of autism
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of person directed, trauma informed framework and evidence informed practices of working with neurodivergent adults.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the social model of disability
  • Experience working within communitybased programs preferred
  • Experience working with individuals with mental illness, and intellectual disabilities
  • Demonstrates excellent observation and problemsolving skills
  • Demonstrates the ability to take direction and work independently.
  • Demonstrates the understanding of the limits of competency, required.
  • Access reliable to transportation

Role And Qualifications:

  • To support program participants in meeting their goals to live more independently
  • Provide participants with 1:1 support in their home based on the hours and areas that they want support.
  • Maintain physical records pertaining to ILS participant support
  • Build a trusting professional relationship with participant and family creating a positive space to support ILS goals
  • Regularly checking in with ILS participants to ensure quality of support and progress towards goals
  • Provide regular and timely coaching support updates to the ILS Coordinator
  • Collaborate with the ILS Coordinator and ILS Supervisor as well as external community organizations (DCS), health organizations etc.

Other Relevant Skills:

  • Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team in a variety of settings required.
  • Adherence to a high ethical standard of support for any person living with autism; respecting individuals right to be treated with dignity and respect; high discretion & respect for confidentiality a must.
  • Maintenance of regular and effective communication with program participants, supervisor as well as Autism NS team members.
  • Fostering positive community partnerships and connection around the organizations program and services.
  • Performance of other related duties as required.

Requirements:

  • A valid criminal record check and vulnerable sector check is required for this position
  • Access to a reliable transportation for travel

What to expect at Autism Nova Scotia...

_You'll celebrate the uniqueness of all individuals. _

_You'll make a difference. _
You'll be surrounded by passionate and committed individuals who work together to improve quality of life through our services

_You'll find a place to grow and develop. _


We support professional development through training courses and support to help our professionals working with autistic people gain the knowledge they need to succeed and thrive.

With a lot of opportunity for professional development and collaborative projects, you'll continue to grow and learn throughout your career.

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