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Life Skills Manager
Vanguard Landing —Virginia Beach, VA
- $40,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Life Skills Manager

Vanguard Landing
Virginia Beach, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,000 - $50,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Program design
Program management
Assisting with ADLs
Education
Food preparation

Full Job Description

Job Overview

The Life Skills Manager is responsible for creating, coordinating, and overseeing meaningful daily programming that promotes independence, personal growth, community engagement, employment readiness, and quality of life for Vanguard Landing residents. This position ensures that every resident has opportunities to build practical life skills while participating in engaging, person-centered activities aligned with their Individual Support Plan (ISP), interests, and personal goals.

The Life Skills Manager serves as both a leader and mentor, helping staff implement “The VGL Way” through creative programming, coaching, and continuous quality improvement. This role works collaboratively with all departments to ensure learning opportunities are naturally incorporated into everyday life across the Vanguard Landing neighborhood.

Program Development

Develop and oversee Vanguard Landing’s Life Skills curriculum.
Design engaging daily, weekly, and seasonal programming.
Ensure programming supports ISP goals and resident outcomes.
Create opportunities that promote independence, dignity, and meaningful participation.
Incorporate evidence-based teaching strategies appropriate for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Evaluate program effectiveness through resident participation, outcomes, and feedback.
Oversee all of the “Landing Practice” experiences onsite —including the café, gift shop, gardening, housekeeping, culinary instruction, theater, fitness, and volunteer opportunities—ensuring every activity intentionally teaches independence rather than simply filling the day’s schedule.

Resident Skill Development

Oversee instruction and opportunities in areas including:

Personal hygiene and grooming
Cooking and meal preparation
Household management
Laundry
Cleaning and organization
Budgeting and money management
Shopping skills
Transportation and community navigation
Time management
Medication awareness and self-advocacy (as appropriate)
Social communication
Healthy relationships
Employment readiness
Volunteer opportunities
Technology and computer skills
Safety awareness
Recreation and leisure planning

Program Coordination

Coordinate daily schedules for educational and life skills programming.
Collaborate with DSPs to ensure residents actively participate.
Coordinate community outings that reinforce learning objectives.
Develop special workshops utilizing community volunteers and guest instructors.
Ensure programming remains fresh, engaging, and individualized.

Staff Leadership

Train DSPs on effective teaching and coaching techniques.
Provide guidance on implementing life skill instruction during everyday routines.
Observe programming and provide coaching to staff.
Assist in orientation and ongoing education regarding person-centered supports.
Promote consistency in instructional methods across all cottages.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain documentation supporting resident participation and progress.
Assist with ISP implementation and data collection.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
Ensure programming meets all applicable DBHDS, DMAP, HCBS, and Vanguard Landing standards.
Assist with audits and quality assurance initiatives.

QualificationsEducation

Bachelor’s degree preferred in:

Special Education
Human Services
Psychology
Recreation Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Education
Related field

Equivalent experience may be considered.

Experience

Preferred:

Three years working with adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Supervisory or program leadership experience.
Experience developing educational or life skills programming.
Experience with person-centered planning.

The Life Skills Manager helps transform everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for learning, independence, and confidence. Through innovative programming and compassionate leadership, this role ensures residents continue growing toward their personal goals while experiencing purposeful, fulfilling lives at Vanguard Landing.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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