Community Transition Coach chez Lifetime Assistance Inc.

Location: Rochester, NY - Various Community Sites
Department: Community Pre-Vocational Services
Employment Type: Full-Time
Starting Wage: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job-it's a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Why Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• No-Cost Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.

• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships - 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 per semester in scholarships, plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.

• Paid Training & Coaching: Hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.

• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.

• Work-Life Harmony: Flexible scheduling and generous paid time off.

• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person - both those we support and our employees alike.

Position Overview

The Community Transition Coach provides person-centered employment training and coaching to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role supports individuals in developing essential job skills, improving workplace behaviors, and achieving greater independence in a variety of community-based employment and volunteer settings.

Core Responsibilities

Community Integration & Job Coaching

• Act as a liaison between Lifetime Assistance and local business/volunteer sites.

• Assess community sites for appropriateness and report findings.

• Train and supervise individuals at community-based employment or volunteer locations.

• Develop and implement individualized job instructions, accommodations, and support plans.

Vocational Development & Goal Setting

• Assist in identifying and preparing new training or employment sites.

• Support individuals in developing job-related behaviors, habits, and interpersonal skills.

• Teach workplace rules, expectations, and cultural norms.

Data Collection & Documentation

• Maintain accurate data on attendance, performance, and progress.

• Prepare productivity evaluations per DOL regulations.

• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required.

Program Planning & Collaboration

• Help create Staff Action Plans aligned with each person's Life Plan and goals.

• Attend case reviews and team meetings.

• Recommend vocational training and transition opportunities.

Professionalism & Advocacy

• Serve as a positive role model in appearance, behavior, and interactions.

• Advocate for inclusive practices and respectful treatment.

• Provide hands-on task assistance when needed.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Maintain records per agency, OPWDD, ACCES-VR, DOL, NYSID, NISH, and Medicaid standards.

• Ensure work areas are safe, clean, and orderly.

Team Support & Training

• Attend staff meetings, in-services, and professional development.

• Collaborate effectively with peers, supervisors, families, and community partners.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Associate degree and 1 year of related experience; OR

• High school diploma/equivalent and 3 years of relevant pre-vocational or human services experience.

Certifications & Requirements

• Must successfully complete all required agency trainings.

• Must pass all required background checks (SCR, Fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).

• Must meet agency vehicle operator requirements if applicable.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to read and interpret service plans, policies, and procedures.

• Flexible, adaptive, and able to solve practical problems.

• Organizational, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, talking, and observing.

• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.

Our Mission & Culture

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose-your work truly matters.

• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.

• Community Impact: Join efforts that strengthen community partnerships and enhance quality of life for all.

Ready to Begin?

If you're passionate, caring, and ready to transform lives-including your own-apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.