Position: Independent Living Skills Trainer ( ILST )

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An exceptional opportunity to join a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals to live their best lives.

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The Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST) plays a critical role in promoting independence, safety, and personal growth for individuals with diverse needs. This position is highly proactive, progressive, and results-oriented.

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Requirements:

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• 1-2 years of healthcare experience

• Experience in implementing behavioral treatment and care plans

• Valid driver's license and access to a car

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Proficiency with smartphones and tablets

• Successful completion of background check and drug testing prior to hire

• Adherence to dress code and professional standards

• Commitment to providing the highest standards of care and accountability

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Experience in assisting individuals recovering from:

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• Strokes

• Concussions

• Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

• Tumors

• Community-based settings

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Responsibilities include supporting clients with:

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• Safety

• Organizational skills

• Medical and therapeutic rehabilitation homework

• Medication reminders

• Social engagement

• Employment assistance

• Financial management

• Social skills

• Daily living activities

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Additional Information:

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• Regular drug screening required

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Key Duties:​

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• Develop and prepare teaching materials for Independent Living Skills Training and Support Service sessions.

• Schedule client sessions and programming based on Individual Service Plans and training domains.

• Conduct in-home training, teaching, and support for clients in areas such as money management, nutrition, cooking, comparison shopping, emergency procedures, community awareness, mobility, laundry procedures, household management, sex/public health education, medical procedures, counseling, crisis intervention, and housing.

• Provide training in accordance with current care plans and the least restrictive environment philosophy (1:1 staff-client ratio, unless otherwise specified).

• Coordinate client training programs with other programs in which they are involved.

• Complete daily activity reports documenting direct hours spent with clients and submit to supervisor(s) on the first day of the following month.

• Maintain up-to-date client files.

• Assist clients in coordinating with other programs, services, and benefit systems, such as Social Security, AFDC, WIC, food stamps, counseling, etc.

• Attend monthly staff meetings and individual meetings with team members.

• Participate in Inter-Disciplinary Team meetings as requested.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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