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title: Life Skills Specialist — Help People Build Confidence
description: Life Skills Specialist — Help People Build Confidence Independence at Crouse Community
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date: 2026-09-28T05:18:59Z
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| **Company** | Crouse Community Center |
| **Location** | Morrisville, NY |
| **Salary** | $18.5/hr - $20/hr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 21, 2026 |
## Description

**Make a meaningful impact by helping tenants build the practical skills, routines, and confidence needed for greater independence. As a Life Skills Specialist, you will provide hands-on instruction in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), working closely with the program team to support each participant’s individualized goals.**

**This full-time role is scheduled for 75 hours every two weeks and includes two Saturday shifts per month.**

## **What You’ll Do**

- Assess independent living skills using a functional evaluation to identify strengths, needs, and areas for growth.
- Collaborate on ILST plans with the Case Manager, outlining goals and step-by-step strategies for progress.
- Provide one-on-one coaching to strengthen daily routines, household management, budgeting, bill-paying, transportation use, and other essential life skills.
- Participate in scheduled meetings with participants and the Case Manager to review progress and adjust goals.
- Support social and educational programming by helping plan and deliver activities that build confidence and community connection.
- Lead group life-skills sessions focused on practical skill-building and peer engagement.
- Assist with monthly structured programming to ensure consistent, meaningful opportunities for growth.
- Accompany participants to outings or appointments; must be willing to drive a company-provided vehicle.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations.

- Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in human services, coaching, education, or direct support preferred; equivalent combinations of experience and training will be considered.
- Dependability, professionalism, and strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
- CPR certification required or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
## Skills

- Structured Programming
- Independent Living Support
- Direct Support
- Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (Hipaa) Compliance
- Household Management
- Confidentiality
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr)
- Driving
- Coaching
- Budgeting

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