Lakeview Health Services Inc.·City of Canandaigua, New York
Collaborates with and coaches individuals with mental illnesses in residential settings to develop skills for independent living. Responsibilities include creating person-centered service plans and assisting residents with daily schedules and goal monitoring.
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Title: Rehab Coach
Job Requisition No: 1830
Program: Ontario Community Residence Canandaigua, NY
Salary pay range is min. $17.52 to a max. $22.82 per hr. based on education & experience (evening & overnight hours may qualify for a shift differential)
Lakeview Health Services is a premier partner throughout the Finger Lakes region, providing safe, affordable housing, support, and rehabilitative services to persons with mental illness as well as health care coordination services to individuals with chronic mental and physical health challenges. We are dedicated to helping individuals identify and achieve personally meaningful and measurable life goals, and to realize their full potential. Lakeview seeks to create an environment of learning and development that will lead to an engaged, motivated, and high performing team with a devotion and commitment to client service.
Collaborates, coaches, and aids individuals with mental illnesses in a residential (community residence, apartment, SRO, enriched crisis, and transitional housing) setting. Primarily responsible for teaching/ supporting the skills necessary for optimal success living independently. Based upon individual needs
and preferences, utilizes recovery-focused, strengths based, person-centered practices to assist individuals in gaining (regaining) skills lost as a result of mental illness. Individual will strive to create a healing environment that respects the perspectives and experiences of the individuals, families, staff, and communities we serve by practicing safe, respectful communication as well as respecting individuals’ boundaries and differences.
Assist residents in developing and maintaining a structured daily schedule according to individualized goals and preferences using trauma informed practices.
Utilize motivational interviewing (MI) techniques to provide individual support, training, and assistance in working towards achieving one’s personal goals.
Encourage and participate in social, recreational, educational, and cultural activities.
Provide resident transportation via Agency vehicle as needed.
Assist in general program housekeeping to include provision of hands-on assistance to teach the skills needed to maintain personal living spaces.
Develop person-centered service plans for the individuals on your caseload.
Assist residents in monitoring progress on stated goals and provide updates regularly.
Document interactions with residents as it relates to their service plan goals.
Experience, Education, & Physical Qualifications
High School Diploma with two (2) years of relevant experience or an associate degree in human services or related field or bachelor’s degree (preferred). Valid NYS Driver’s License (as driving is an essential function of the position). May be required to lift (minimum of 35 lbs.), push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
Any external candidate interested in this employment opportunity, please visit our web site at www.lakeviewhs.org [http://www.lakeviewhs.org].
Lakeview Health Services, Inc. complies with the legal requirement to take affirmative action and not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Further, Lakeview Health Services, Inc. will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against applicants or employees who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or that of others, subject to certain limitations.
Requires a High School Diploma with two years of relevant experience, or an associate or bachelor's degree in human services. A valid NYS Driver's License and the ability to lift at least 35 lbs are mandatory.
Market context
In New York, rehab coach openings often draw candidates with direct human services experience and the flexibility to meet physical and driving requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for a high school diploma plus experience or a human services degree, along with a valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to lift at least 35 lbs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with client support and transportation readiness before applying.
