Caregiver, Community Health
Job Description
Position Overview
The Independent Living Coach (ILC) supports adults with intellectual disabilities and/or mental illness in their homes and community programs by providing personal care, guidance, and coaching to help them attain greater independence. In this role, you will assist with daily tasks such as personal care, household chores, meal preparation, medical monitoring, and transportation to appointments and community programs while encouraging individuals to set and achieve personal goals. No prior experience is required as training and support are provided. Trinity Services offers paid training, including Preservice, CPR/FA, Safety Care, Prevention of Abuse and Neglect, Sexual Harassment, and behavior support training.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement
- Foster relationships that are meaningful to people receiving services.
- Promote an environment of learning based on respect and dignity.
- Support individuals with their person-centered goals by providing choices that encourage independence and individuality.
- Assist in planning meaningful and enjoyable activities.
- Advocate for the overall health, safety, and wellbeing of individuals.
- Arrive on time and work all scheduled shifts to ensure continuity of service.
Services and Supports
- Facilitate daily routines with direct care and coaching as needed.
- Assist with meal preparation, including adherence to dietary needs, cooking skills, and budgeting.
- Ensure a safe and clean environment by supporting household tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
- Provide transportation in an agency vehicle and accompany individuals to appointments, activities, and community programs.
- Carry out written instructions as documented in care plans, doctor orders, or behavior support strategies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Communication
- Collaborate with team members to set attainable goals.
- Report any medical or behavioral changes to the appropriate staff promptly.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Report environmental safety concerns to ensure a secure service environment.
- Foster a collaborative atmosphere with a focus on continuous improvement.
Documentation
- Document activities and services provided to individuals accurately.
- Administer and record medications in accordance with required training.
Physical Demands
- Lift over 40 pounds from floor to waist unassisted.
- Push and pull up to 75 pounds.
- Push wheelchairs weighing up to 200 pounds.
- Stand or sit for prolonged periods as required by the role.
- Operate motor vehicles and engage in physical activities such as balancing, pulling, pushing, and climbing.