Life Skills Trainer

Life Skills Trainer

We are seeking Life Skills Trainers to join the Vista team!

• Creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for members in their homes and in the local community to reach key goals and milestones in their journey towards independence
• Providing one-to-one or small group instruction and activities for members that focus on communication, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and time management
• Assisting in the evaluation process and providing appropriate training

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of related experience
• Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record
• Additional certification, such as ABI ILST Certification (ABI – Acquired Brain Injury ILST – Independent Life Skills Trainer), is a plus

Part‑Time available. We are flexible and open to discussing your availability to find a schedule that aligns with both your needs and ours. Life skills instruction is offered seven days a week across daytime, afternoon, and evening hours.

You will work independently with members who live between Madison, CT and Old Saybrook, CT
.

Hourly Rate for Full‑Time and Part‑Time: $20.40, plus eligible mileage reimbursement

Hourly Rate for Per Diem: $19.90, plus eligible mileage reimbursement

Available for eligible employees based on the regular number of hours worked.

• Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Family: A variety of paid leaves for eligible employees:
  Bereavement Leave, Family and Medical Leave and CT Paid Leave
• Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
• Basic Life Insurance: Eligible employees are provided with a $20,000 Life Insurance benefit (employer paid after 60 days of employment)
• Flexible schedules and time off: Generous PTO providing eligible employees with paid time off that may be used for sick time, personal reasons, holidays and vacations; and Hybrid working opportunities for eligible positions
• Wellness: Staff retreats, employee wellness program and company‑hosted events
• Employee Assistance Program: Free and strictly confidential, nationwide network of counselors
• Medicare Concierge Program: Vista offers a free consultative program provided to all employees and retirees aged 60 and above
• Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities. Career Path Program for volunteers and interns
• Voluntary Benefits: Including cancer guardian, pet insurance and more!
• Mileage Reimbursement: for all eligible employees

We are looking to grow a diverse, inclusive and mission‑driven team at Vista Life Innovations. Here at Vista Life Innovations, we are a nonprofit, human services organization supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the various stages of life. Each member of the Vista community is supported as a person on their own journey toward greater self‑reliance, personal achievement, and independence.

Vista is a drug‑free, affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our website for more information about Vista Life Innovations and our career opportunities.