{"id":22831,"date":"2026-06-09T16:37:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T16:37:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/independent-living-skills-coach\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T08:24:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T12:24:31","slug":"independent-living-skills-coach","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/independent-living-skills-coach\/","title":{"rendered":"Independent Living Skills Coach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><u>Description<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>This position covers the following areas:<\/strong>\u00a0Santa Clara County<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Why join our team<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Options For All, we create opportunities for adults with disabilities to live, work, and love life in their community with dignity and respect. As a\u00a0<strong>USA TODAY Top Workplace<\/strong>, we are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to meaningful work.<\/p>\n<p>As a Direct Support Professional, you will make a difference every day by helping people build independence, make choices, and work toward their goals. This is more than a job. It is a chance to create real impact while joining a mission-driven organization that values dignity, inclusion, and respect. We are looking for people who care deeply, take initiative, and want to help others thrive.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Why you\u2019ll love it here<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Options For All, we believe a great workplace starts with putting people first. We are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to the work they do. We celebrate diversity, foster belonging, and create opportunities for growth.<\/p>\n<p><u>When you join our team, you can expect:<\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A supportive team environment<\/li>\n<li>Meaningful work that makes a difference<\/li>\n<li>An inclusive culture where you belong<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities to learn and grow<\/li>\n<li>Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><u>Your benefits start on Day 1:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees<\/li>\n<li>Comprehensive coverage for qualifying dependents, including 100% dental and vision and 50% medical<\/li>\n<li>Retirement savings plan with up to a 5% company match<\/li>\n<li>Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel<\/li>\n<li>Paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays, including your birthday<\/li>\n<li>Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><u>What you\u2019ll be doing<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults with disabilities in building independence and participating fully in their communities.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>In this role, you will:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support individuals with daily activities, personal goals, and life skills<\/li>\n<li>Encourage independence, dignity, and community inclusion<\/li>\n<li>Build positive relationships with individuals, families, caregivers, and community partners<\/li>\n<li>Plan meaningful and engaging activities based on each person\u2019s goals and interests<\/li>\n<li>Help individuals connect with their communities through work, volunteer, and social opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Follow health and safety practices to provide high-quality support<\/li>\n<li>Complete documentation using basic mobile and computer systems<\/li>\n<li>This is a community-based role and includes regular driving between locations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What we\u2019re looking for<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a positive impact.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High school diploma or equivalent<\/li>\n<li>Valid driver\u2019s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance<\/li>\n<li>Must be 21 years of age or older<\/li>\n<li>Must pass a background check<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Experience<\/strong><br \/>Previous experience in caregiving, social work, life skills coaching, education, or volunteering is a plus, but not required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Empathy, patience, and respect for adults with disabilities<\/li>\n<li>Strong communication and teamwork skills<\/li>\n<li>Flexibility and adaptability to meet individual needs<\/li>\n<li>Basic tech skills, including mobile phone use, email, Microsoft programs, and electronic documentation systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunity and Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Options For All is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities. 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