CLS Life Skills Mentor

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Grand Rapids, MI, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $16.73 To $17.73 Hourly

Make a Difference. Build Relationships. Change Lives

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  * No experience required! Paid training provided.
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  * Opportunities! Full and part time availability.
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  * Meaningful work every day! Help individuals with disabilities build independence, confidence and community connections.
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  * Supportive Non-Profit Culture! We are focused on people, growth, and making a positive impact.

We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. We are seeking compassionate, reliable and motivated individuals to join our team as Community Living Support Life Skills (CLS) Coach/Mentors.

As a CLS Mentor, you'll work in groups with individuals with disabilities, helping foster positive community involvement, planning personalized goals, and helping them develop greater independence. Whether you are supporting someone during a community outing, teaching daily living skills, or simply being a positive role model, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life! No prior experience is necessary.

We provide paid training and ongoing support.

• Build positive relationships with individuals and their families.
• Support individuals in developing life skills that increase independence and improve quality of life
• Assist individuals in working toward goals identified through Person-Centered Planning
• Encourage community involvement and participation in meaningful activities
• Follow supervision guidelines established by CMH or Network 180
• Implement therapy, behavior, and dietary plans as directed by agency professionals
• Safely transport individuals to and from community activities using your personal vehicle
• Maintain accurate documentation through our online systems and required reports
• Assist with personal care needs, including feeding, dressing, and restroom assistance when needed
• Serve as a positive role model, advocate, and mentor
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Valid Driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of car insurance.
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must demonstrate a passionate interest for helping people with disabilities
• Must be mature, reliable, and honest
• Must demonstrate strong communication and relationship building skills and be able to work well with little supervision
• Must have a flexible schedule

Job Type: Part Time or Full Time (Hourly)

Pay:
Starting wages of $13.73 plus state premium of $3.40 (subject to change with state funding and budget changes)

Reports to:

CLS Manager

Benefits:
If Full Time, benefits include paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, short term disability and life insurance.

For more information about our company, visit ikuslife.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)