Job Description Position Title: Senior Life Skills CoachDepartment:Autism Day ProgramFTE/Classification:Full-Time Non-exemptReports To:Day Program ManagerLocation:Oradell Primary Function: Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities in development of skills needed for greater independent functioning and community integration. Performance Responsibilities: Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee of North Jersey Friendship House, Inc.: Works towards the accomplishment of department/Agency goalsMaintains confidentiality and immediately reports to management breaches in confidentialityPractices job requirements on an accurate, timely and regular basisObserves and maintains appropriate professional boundaries with members, co-workers and supervisorsAttends all scheduled meetings as assignedMeets relevant continuing educational/training requirementsCompletes all required trainings/documentation/paperwork accurately and within established time frames. Essential Functions Include: Prepare for and lead meaningful groups to facilitate members personal, social, vocational and independent growth Assist members with following their daily activity scheduleDevelop and maintain relationships with community organizations, programs, businesses and employers to ensure ongoing connections for community inclusion and learning opportunitiesWork with Program Manager re: planning recreational and activities of daily living outingsDrive up to a 15 passenger van to and from community activities as neededSupervise members on community activities and ensure their safety.Attend and participate in supervision sessions with Program Manager or Director of Day and Community ServicesDocument program member's progress towards ISP goals and objectives according to DDD and Medicaid guidelines.Work with Program Manager on review of members' progress and recommendations for new goals and objectives.Keep all program members records and medications in a secure cabinet.Work with supervisory team on program development.Notify Program Manager immediately if there is any kind of incident i.e. injury, seizure, behavioral, accident and document according to agency policy and procedures.Work with Program Manager regarding oversite of program schedule and documentation assignments. Work with program staff on curriculum planning and community trip assignments.Develop and oversee transportation and bus duty assignments.Ensure that the sign in/sign out sheets and the community trip forms are completed properly daily.When Program Manager is not present, act as covering managerWork with Program Manager to complete clients annual updatesAssist Program Manager with evaluations of program staff. Work with Program Manager on EHR corrections as needed.Other duties as assigned by Program Manager, Director of Day and Community Services or the Executive Director of Day and Community Services. Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field preferred or working towards a degreeMinimum one (1) year experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders requiredThree (3) years of experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders or other developmental disabilities may be substituted for Bachelor's degreeRegistered Behavior Technician preferredValid driver's license with clean record.Minimum 21 years of ageNorth Jersey Friendship House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.