Life Coach V - Arc Allegany-Steuben

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

• medical
• dental
• vision
• employer paid life insurance
• 403 b with employer contribution
• PTO accruals
• two weeks of paid training

Under the direction of the Life Coach X this position is responsible for maintaining an environment in the Day and Residential programs which encourages and facilitates optimal personal development and provides person directed services and ensures the health and safety of the individuals served. The Life Coach V is responsible for the professional supervision of Life Coach I, II, and III, and overseeing delivery of services for people to achieve their desired outcomes, hopes and dreams.

• Ensure compliance with regulations, agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure required documentation is complete, accurate and legible.
• Ensure the agency’s incident management process is followed.
• Ensure associates are properly recruited, oriented and trained.
• Provide input in the development and revisions of policies, procedures and agency forms as needed.
• Ensure Chain of Command is followed when necessary and instructions are followed as stated in policy and procedures.
• Promote the highest quality of support by implementing the Code of Ethics and Core Competencies.
• Keep all information confidential.
• Ensure medication administration is adhered to.
• Assist with ensuring adherence to the annual budget.
• Assist with ensuring accurate management of individual’s funds.
• Complete personal allowance documentation and other financial documentation according to procedure.

• Provide services to individuals as planned in their Individual Service Plan (ISP), which includes the person’s Individual Protective Oversight Plan (IPOP), Residential Habilitation Plan, Support Plans, Day Habilitation Plan, and/or other safeguards and ensure all related documentation is completed.
• Ensure Life Coaches are assigned a Resident Advocate and compare the ISP, IPOP, PONS and Behavior Plan for accuracy. Any inconsistencies will be reported to the appropriate programs for follow up.
• Implement activities as outlined in the Habilitation Plan and, as applicable the ISP.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities.
• Act as an advocate for individuals.
• Provide person-directed services, including residential or day habilitative services and assistance in personal skill areas.
• Complete assessments and compile baseline data as assigned.
• Assist and support individuals with community integration.
• Respect the individual’s right to privacy and confidentiality by appropriate use of written and verbal communication.
• Work collaboratively with others to ensure the individual’s health and well-being.
• Ensure emergency medical procedures are followed and consult with the medical chain of command when necessary.
• Provide services and follow individual’s Plan of Nursing Services (PONS).
• Report and document all individual medical concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Transport and attend health and medical appointments as assigned.
• Complete weekly one-on-one meetings with the Life Coach I, II, & III’s prepared with an agenda.
• Assist Life Coach with completion of one-page profiles and assist POMS as identified in the Resident Advocate job duties.

• Maintain an environment in the program which encourages and facilitates optimal personal development.
• Complete assigned daily responsibilities.
• Complete shift overlaps and specific duties as assigned, if applicable.
• Complete documentation, filing and general office maintenance and other routine operational reports, charge reports and any other paperwork as assigned.
• Assist in the identification and development of new services and support opportunities that provide quality of life choices.
• Complete…