Job Description
Job Description
Position: Life Advancement Specialist – In-Home Support Services
Reports To: Associate Director of Residential Services / Director of Residential Services
Hours: Per diem, up to 24 hours per week
Overview
Triangle has an immediate opening for a Life Advancement Specialist in our In-Home Support Services. The qualified candidate will provide individualized, in-home support to adults with disabilities, empowering them to develop life skills, pursue personal goals, and integrate more fully into their communities. This role emphasizes person-centered planning, flexible scheduling, and close collaboration with the residential leadership team.
Triangle’s Expectation of Employee
Adheres to Triangle policies and procedures
Fosters a positive, solution-oriented culture consistent with Triangle’s mission
Promotes independence, self-advocacy, and community engagement across programs and Residents
Acts as a role model within and outside of Triangle
Maintains a respectful attitude toward Residents, families, staff, and community partners
Communicates regularly with supervisor
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and the ability to prioritize workload
Consistently reports to work on time, prepared, with willingness to flex hours as needed
Responsibilities
- Assessment & Planning: Conduct initial and ongoing assessments (performed by the Supervisor) to identify strengths, preferences, and life-goal objectives; implement personalized support plans developed in collaboration with the Supervisor to ensure resident-focused outcomes.
- Skill Building & Coaching: Teach and reinforce independent‑living skills (e.g., budgeting, personal hygiene, cooking, household management); facilitate self‑advocacy and communication.
- Companionship: Provide social interaction, emotional support, and engage in activities that promote well‑being.
- Medication Management: Assist with medication reminders and ensure timely, correct administration, and provide additional support as needed, including administration under guidance based on residents’ individual plans.
- Household Tasks: Assist with cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping—overseeing each task and coaching residents through hands-on practice to build their skills.
- Meal Preparation:Assist with meal planning and cooking, offering oversight and hands-on coaching to develop residents’ meal-preparation skills.
- Transportation: Support travel to medical appointments, community outings, and social activities.
- Communication & Advocacy: Help individuals communicate their needs and advocate for their rights with families, providers, and community agencies.
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with healthcare, residential, day program, employer and family stakeholders to maintain seamless, person‑centered support.
- Emergency Preparedness: Guide residents in developing and implementing in‑home disaster and emergency plans.
- Community Integration: Accompany and coach residents in community settings; establish connections with local resources and social groups.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure residents safety and well‑being in their home environment; adhere to agency policies and safety protocols.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate, timely notes in Penelope; submit daily billing and progress notes; complete and submit a monthly environmental inspection report and vehicle checklist to the residential site supervisor; and perform any additional documentation as necessary to support resident care.
- Supervision & Collaboration: Participate in team and ISP/Life Plan meetings; meet biweekly and monthly with the Associate Director of Residential Services for case review and supervision.
- Other duties as assigned/needed.
Schedule of Duties
Daily: Provide 1:1 in-home coaching tailored to each resident’s needs and goals; document and bill services; monitor engagement and safety; adjust the day’s activities as needed by the resident.
Weekly: Bill contracted hours; check in with supervisor; facilitate social outings; share progress and challenges.
Weekly/Biweekly: Check in with the Associate Director of Residential Services to review cases, schedules, and any emerging needs.
Monthly:
Perform home environmental inspections and complete vehicle safety checklists; submit reports.
Meet with the Associate Director of Residential Services for supervision and case review.
Yearly: Meet department goals for Resident independence and community integration; participate in annual ISP/Life Plan and behavioral progress meetings.
Qualifications
- Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or bachelor’s in human services, Social Work, Education, or related field preferred. Minimum of 1 year supporting adults with disabilities in home or community settings.
- Skills & Certifications: Strong interpersonal/coaching skills; excellent written and verbal communication; valid MA driver’s license and clean driving record; reliable personal vehicle; ability to pass state and federal background checks; CPR/First Aid preferred or willingness to obtain. Safety Care training will be required.
- Preferred Licenses & Certifications: MAP certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
- Attributes: Person-centered approach, patience, cultural sensitivity; flexible availability for evenings and weekends (per diem); commitment to promoting resident independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Americans with Disability Specifications Physical Demands: Reasonable accommodations may be made. Occasional standing, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs, reaching, bending, and other mobility tasks.
Work Environment: Supports occur in private residences and community settings. Employees must adapt to varied environments and respect participants’ privacy; sensory inputs may vary.