ASD Treatment Team Coach (24 Hours)
Open Sky Community Services
Summary
Team Coaches will assist individuals in acquiring coping skills for anxiety, help develop self-advocacy, job readiness skills, awareness of public safety and develop tools for planning and executing functioning skills. They work with individuals served to increase interest and fluency in social and community activities and help them develop independent living skills including personal hygiene, home maintenance, activities of daily living and other functional skills as assessed.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Establish relationships with persons served, staff, families and other stakeholders to develop shared understanding of person’s goals and dreams.
- Build person centered non-judgmental supportive relationships with individuals served.
- Assist individuals to acquire coping skills for anxiety, strategies for self-monitoring and escalation as needed.
- Assist individuals to increase interest and fluency in social and community activities.
- Assist individuals in developing self-advocacy, job readiness skills, awareness of public safety and develop tools for planning and executive functioning skills.
- Refer to community resources such as outpatient counseling and psychiatry.
- Assist individuals to obtain housing and entitlements.
- Assist individuals in the development of independent living skills including personal hygiene, home maintenance, activities of daily living and other functional skills as assessed.
- Assist individuals to develop self-awareness of personal strengths and challenges, social skills and to recognize social cues and respond in an expected way across settings.
- Provide support to individuals regarding medications.
- Maintain communication with community team members and collaterals including psychiatrists, therapists, day program staff, etc.
- Consult to program participants and collaterals (staff/family/supporters) in identified supports, interventions & strategies.
- Develop productive affiliations and partnerships with other community-based providers to enhance the agency’s service delivery network.
- Attend, facilitate, or participate in trainings and meetings as assigned.
- Serve as a member of Open Sky Committees and task forces as assigned.
- Maintain complete and up to date confidential files for each program participant.
- Effectively utilize and maintain electronic health record.
- Participate with the clinician in the development of individualized treatment plans, Safety and Cope Ahead Plans with assigned individuals/families as clinically indicated.
- Participate in treatment planning towards the development of person centered, effective, and achievable treatment goals and objectives.
- Develop and monitor the progress of SMART objectives in collaboration with each individual served.
- Develop and facilitate community engagement opportunities and/or co-lead groups as assigned.
- Participate in the completion of comprehensive assessments & Life Plans with individuals served.
- Interface with other members of the treatment team including family members, DDS, day supports, professional and allied health providers including the VNA.
- Support the overall safety of individuals by providing support and resources in the time of crisis including evenings and weekends per on-call rotation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field
- Minimum of five years’ experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder and significant mental illness
- Master’s Degree in Human Services or related field will be considered in lieu of years of experience
- Driver’s license, acceptable driving history and reliable transportation
- Previous experience in assessment and treatment planning, preferred
- Must be able to relate effectively to other staff members
- Must provide stability and flexibility in crisis situations
- Must possess leadership skills, flexibility, time-management, and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to meet with individuals using multiple modalities including virtual, in person (at the person’s home or community setting)
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Plan
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Employer Match
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Training Opportunities
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Company overview
Open Sky Community Services is a comprehensive mental health care organization dedicated to providing integrated behavioral health services to individuals and communities. As a healthcare provider specializing in mental health services, the organization focuses on delivering person-centered care that addresses the complex needs of those experiencing mental health challenges. Their services typically include outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, community-based support programs, and residential treatment options. Open Sky Community Services operates with a mission to promote recovery, resilience, and wellness through evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care approaches. The organization serves diverse populations across multiple communities, offering accessible mental health resources and support systems. Their work emphasizes collaboration with other healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create holistic care networks that support individuals throughout their recovery journeys. By focusing on both clinical excellence and community integration, Open Sky Community Services plays a vital role in addressing mental health needs and reducing barriers to care for vulnerable populations.