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Location

New London, Connecticut

Salary

$20 / HOUR

Quick overview

The trainer identifies client needs in areas like self-care and financial management to teach essential independent living skills. They are responsible for tracking progress, adjusting interventions, and connecting clients with community resources.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 2 years of brain injury experience, or a bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and specific ABI and Person-Centered certifications are required.

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Job description

Project Genesis, a Connecticut Non-profit, seeks several Independent Living Skills Trainers (ILST) with at least one to two (1-2) years of verifiable brain injury work or support experience to teach living skills to individuals in our Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) program.

  • As an Independent Living Skills Trainer / Life Skills Coach with Project Genesis, you will earn $20 per hour. Plus, if you work full-time with our organization, then you’ll enjoy the following benefits:
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • A 401K program with profit sharing
  • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • An employee assistance program

To qualify, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of verifiable experience working with clients with brain injuries OR a bachelor’s degree and 1 year of verifiable brain injury related experience. You also must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, 3+ years of a good driving record, and proof of insurance as you will be driving to a client’s location. A flexible schedule is necessary as is an Acquired Brain Injury and Person-Centered Certifications.

  • Our Independent Living Skills Trainers / ILST Instructors are essential in empowering individuals to live more independently and improve their quality of life. You’ll be responsible for identifying areas where clients need support, such as self-care, communication, financial management, or social skills. You will then be expected to:
  • Teach your clients essential life skills like cooking, budgeting, job readiness, and transportation navigation.
  • Help your clients develop problem-solving strategies, emotional regulation abilities, and good decision-making skills.
  • Track improvements, adjust interventions as needed, and ensure each client’s compliance with medical and safety guidelines.
  • Connect clients with community resources that advocate for their independence.

Please apply today to start making a difference in people’s lives by teaching them skills for an independent, brighter future.

This position in New London only offers a Sign-On Bonus, please ask for details.

Job Types: Full-time (30 hours or more), Part-time

Job Shifts: 1st Shift (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9am to 5pm), 2nd Shift (Any 4 weekdays 5pm)-10pm

Retirees and Veterans encouraged to apply.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • 401K Program With Profit Sharing