Independent Living services disability support professional
Huntington Beach, CA - Part Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, patient, and attentive Independent Living Services (ILS) Coach to provide support for an individual with Autism. Services will focus on increasing independence in daily living skills, Self advocacy, meal prep/cooking, and recreation. This is perfect for a candidate who wants to help a young person become more independent.
Primary Goals of Support
Improve personal advocacy
Support with meal prep/cooking
Assist with community recreation
Key Responsibilities
Personal Self Advocacy
Provide guidance and support with communication.
Encourage independence while offering assistance as needed
Help establish consistent daily routines
Recreation
Assist with client with exploring recreational interests
Break tasks into manageable steps to support success
Practice social communication
Meal Preparation & Meal Planning
Support planning simple, nutritious meals
Assist with safe meal preparation and cooking
Adapt cooking tasks to ensure accessibility and safety
Related Challenges
The individual’s challenge; prefers to be alone and has trouble initiating conversations.
Navigation & Safety
Additional guidance in regulation to respond appropriately to non preferred topics
Staff may need to provide support, in client talking to coworkers along with interactions
Communication & Accessibility
Tasks may include support with maintaining conversations, expressing needs and feelings appropriately.
Staff may assist in supporting stressful situations.
Adapted Training Needs
Supporting these needs may require additional training or preparation to ensure effective, safe, and respectful service.
Ideal Candidate Qualities
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities, and Autism preferred
Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills
Patient, dependable, and adaptable
Comfortable providing hands-on support while promoting independence
Able to work independently during scheduled afternoon hours
Work Environment
One-on-one support in home and community settings
flexible to the clients schedule
Structured, supportive, and stay on tasks
Required Qualifications & Compliance
Experience working with individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities preferred