Job Coach Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Job Coach - Part-time

Reports To : Program Manager

Work Location : Vary depending on clients and department needs- Working typically in afternoon and early evening hours

Compensation : $19.50 - $22.50 per hour - DOE

Schedule : 20 - 35 hours per week / Flexible schedule, can vary depending on department needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Seeking an individual to provide individualized vocational training to consumers (adults with varying degrees of learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental disabilities) and organize all aspects of job site placements under supervision.

Essential Duties

• Assist case management staff in the development and implementation of the vocational plan for each consumer. Develop daily work schedules of tasks to be performed by consumers and monitor for quality and completion. Circulate in consumers’ work area at least 80% of workday and maintain detailed and accurate records / progress notes on consumer work habits, skills, behaviors, etc.
• Act as a role model and teach job tasks to consumers and monitor quality control of work performed. Teach consumers good work habits and skills necessary to succeed on the job such as the importance of punctuality, good attendance, following instructions, communication, getting along with co-workers and supervisors, social and interpersonal skills, and self care skills (hygiene and grooming), etc.
• Teach independent living skills related to work. This may include travel training (use of public transportation), basic money management (counting money, receiving change), self-advocacy (communicating needs, wants & desires), etc. In consultation with supervisor handle job site complaints and problems. May transport and / or accompany consumers on public transportation.
• Develop working knowledge about job site company policies, work duties and responsibilities. Ensure quality control standards of job site contract specifications are maintained. Ensure that all machinery (vacuum cleaner, extension cords, copiers, etc.) are in safe operating condition prior to use and that all safety guards (wet floor signs, etc.) are in place as needed. Correct and / or report unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education : High School diploma or equivalent,

Experience : One year teaching / coaching / instructing individuals (preferably adults) with developmental, learning, emotional or physical disabilities in a direct client service position.

Knowledge / Abilities / Skills :

REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

This is a program for adults who have varying degrees of learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental disabilities. Employee may encounter consumers who are in crisis, exhibiting emotional / psychological distress or behaving in an aggressive manner. Work environment varies by work site. Work sites include supermarkets, offices, industrial kitchens, landscaping of industrial building grounds, janitorial services in industrial buildings, etc. Assignments are based on program need and involve multiple jobsites (individual placement). Individual placements require employee to spend up to 40% of work shift driving.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Exceptional Children’s Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are on a mission to support independence, belonging and community. We strive to build a culture that is safe, respectful, fair, and supportive for all employees. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our vision forward.