Full Time Home Care Caregiver Coach

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Experience in home care, case management, behavioral health, or direct support
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with caregivers, individuals with disabilities, or aging populations
• Experience working with Medicaid Waiver programs (SFC/ATTC preferred)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required

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This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

• Conduct initial consultations to assess caregiver needs, goals, values, strengths, and areas for development
• Develop and implement individualized caregiver coaching plans
• Provide ongoing education and structured coaching based on assessment outcomes
• Perform annual caregiver competency assessments, as required

• Deliver coaching services in-home, virtually, or telephonically using HIPAA-compliant communication platforms
• Ensure a minimum of two (2) in-person visits per quarter (or at least once every six weeks), in accordance with state requirements (subject to change)
• Provide additional support through secure electronic communication tools to ensure accessibility and responsiveness

• Educate caregivers on:
  • Infection prevention and control practices in the home
  • Managing participant anxiety and crisis-related concerns
  • Behavior management and identifying triggering events
  • Effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques
  • Strategies for managing challenging behaviors
  • Home safety and risk prevention
• Support caregivers in applying stress reduction techniques and reducing isolation
• Assist in developing crisis management, emergency, and back-up care plans

• Document all coaching activities and relevant updates in the caregiver’s electronic record following visits
• Communicate significant changes, concerns, or risks to the Service Coordinator in a timely manner
• Update client service plans as needed, at minimum annually

• Maintain consistent engagement with caregivers (minimum bi-quarterly) to monitor progress and evolving needs
• Adjust coaching strategies and tools based on ongoing assessments
• Perform other duties as assigned