Life Skills Coach II

Job Summary

Are you looking for a meaningful, energizing career where you can make a real difference? As a Life Skills Coach II, you’ll build strong, person-centered relationships with adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and support them in building confidence, independence, and lives that feel meaningful to them.

This is an exciting opportunity for new graduates, people entering the human services field, and applicants with experience in mentoring, coaching, volunteering, caregiving, or lived/personal experience supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Serving Greater Boston and Metrowest communities, including Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, Natick, and Needham, this role offers a strong foundation for a rewarding career. If you are compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn, this could be a great fit for you!

In this role, you’ll support adults with ASD at home, at work, and in the community while helping them build skills and gain empowerment over their lives. You will get to:

• Help individuals work toward personal goals that matter to them.
• Teach practical life, social, and community skills using patience, creativity, and encouragement.
• Work in a variety of settings, including homes, job sites, and community spaces.
• Lead activities and groups based on your individual strengths and interests.
• Gain hands-on experience, regular supervision, and support from experienced leaders.
• Make a meaningful impact every day by fostering independence, confidence, and connection.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Build trusting relationships with individuals and their families, focusing on personal growth and empowerment.
2. Help individuals set and achieve goals in areas such as independent living, executive functioning, workplace skills, health management, budgeting, social skills, community safety, self-advocacy, coping, and accessing resources.
3. Provide direct support through ongoing sessions using creative, evidence-based strategies like collaborative problem-solving, modeling, technology, and visual aids.
4. Lead and organize therapeutic groups and social activities tailored to client interests and needs.
5. Conduct skills assessments, track progress, and maintain accurate documentation as required by DDS.
6. Collaborate regularly with the Director and VP of Autism Services, actively participating in team meetings and case reviews.
7. Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, residences, and other providers to ensure comprehensive support.
8. Advocate for individuals, recommending additional services when needed.
9. Support colleagues by assisting with group sessions, joint activities, and coverage as needed.
10. Attend all team meetings and weekly supervision to foster professional growth and teamwork.
11. Complete additional duties assigned to support the department’s mission.