Trainer and Job Coach

Peoria Production Shop
Peoria, IL, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Company Mission : To be the premier employer for individuals with disabilities.

Title : Job Coach / Trainer

Brief Description : A Job Coach is responsible for instructing employees to assist them in learning job responsibilities and ensure they have the skills to succeed in their current role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Instruct employees on the step by step procedures required to complete a work instruction
  • Document employee performance through trainer trackers, notes and evaluation forms
  • Teach employees how to appropriately complete the tasks they are assigned
  • Ensure that work is performed according to the job specifications
  • Advocate for all employees

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Provides one-on-one behavioral coaching and teaching
  • Works closely with other team members to identify the specific skills the employee needs to work on
  • Works collaboratively with team members to provide skill development through instruction, practice and coaching.
  • Amends approach based on employee's needs and progress
  • Focusing on specific behaviors and skills the employee will needs to succeed in the work environment
  • Help develop line leader training on working with individuals with disabilities
  • Participates in meetings with community support and employee family's as needed
  • Participates in discussions regarding processes, support, and service planning
  • Develop effective job coaching and employment plans
  • Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively
  • Advise on workplace accommodations for people with disabilities
  • Communicate with employees to understand their goals and ambitions
  • Attend job fairs and other recruiting outings as needed
  • Work on the production floor if needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Strength / Physical Demands :

  • Regularly required to bend, stoop, or reach with hands and arms.
  • Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds with the occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, with infrequent lifting or carrying of small tools or objects.

Work Conditions :

  • Must be willing to work 40 hours a week
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Proven experience as job coach
  • Experience in working with people with disabilities and developing employment plans
  • Ability to adhere to regulations and standards
  • Working knowledge of MS Office
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to inspire and motivate

Education / Experience

  • High school diploma; BS / BA in social studies or relevant field is a plus
  • 4 days ago
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