DEVELOPMENT COACH

COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION

*THIS IS A ON CALL TIME POSITION.

Upper Marlboro, MD/ Waldorf, MD

PAYING $18.50 PER HOUR.*

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

DEVELOPMENT COACH /COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION

Melwood’s Vision: A world where people with disabilities are fully included Melwood’s Mission: Melwood Advocates for and empowers individuals of differing abilities to transform their own lives through unique opportunities to work and play in the community.

INTRODUCTION

The Development Coach supports assigned group of individuals in Crossroads to promote independence and personal growth. The Development Coach will work cooperatively with other staff to ensure that there is an integration of recreation, life skills development, community integration and horticulture in each individual's experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

*1. Work with assigned individuals to implement their Individual Plan within the Day Habilitation program integrating them into all parts of the Crossroads program.

* 2. Inform management staff and other interdisciplinary team members on behavioral and programmatic issues that occur.

* 3. Provide services as outlined in Individual Plans - ensuring goals are developed, implemented, and progress benchmarks are being met.*

4. Demonstrate positive behavioral management techniques and communicates with individuals in a person-centered, age appropriate manner.

* 5. Complete progress notes, daily logs, timesheets, individual planning activities and other documentation thoroughly, accurately, and in a timely manner.

* 6. Facilitate individual's self-esteem through positive interactions and building a relationship of trust.

* 7. Develop activities that promote community, self-help employment and independent living. While adhering to the individual's plan and your group's programming schedule.

* 8. Attend and actively participate in required training, stakeholder team meetings and supervision meetings.* 9. Other duties as assigned.

*Essential Functions

SUPERVISION EXERCISED None.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The incumbent is supervised by the Program Coordinator, Day Services.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Flexible schedule will be required due to varying hours. Must be able to stand/walk 50% of work time, sit and/or drive 50%. Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 40 pounds. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach. All of these requirements are necessary in order to supervise and assist individuals with disabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

H.S. Diploma or equivalent required. Three (3) years’ experience working with people with disabilities or other behavioral issues required and one (1) year demonstrated ability in providing support in a respectful manner that meets the various needs of individuals served. Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First required. Other certifications and training are required after hire. BA/BS in special education, therapeutic recreation, psychology or related field preferred. This position may require use of your personal vehicle to transport persons-served. All Melwood transportation policies must be followed and liability insurance on your personal vehicle must be in full force and effect while transporting for or on the behalf of Melwood. Melwood will reimburse for mileage pursuant to the Travel policy. Must be able to pass DOT Physical.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Preferred

High School or better.