Job Coach

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a Full-Time Job Coach in the Knoxville / Maryville areas. The Job Coach uses best practices and technology within a community-based employment setting. The Job Coach will supervise and train individuals with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the skills needed to perform specific tasks, work routines, and personal life activities that are critical to successful employment.  This position requires the use of personal vehicle. This position will support clients in Knoxville and Maryville.

Starting pay is $15.68 / per hour (plus mileage reimbursement)

Responsibilities

• Teach individuals independent job skills, requirements utilizing job task analysis, job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
• Work side-by-side with individuals at the job site, analyzing the job requirements and breaking it into manageable components that can be taught to the individual
• Build a support network between the individual and community members
• Communicate individual’s progress to the employer and support people, including family, residential staff, and other professionals
• Accurately complete all documentation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

Why Community Options?

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V