Job Coach

Job Type

Full-time

Description

JOB TITLE : Job Coach

DEPARTMENT : Support Staff

SUPERVISOR : IES Manager

General Job Description :

To guide individuals in their job and vocational settings, Document progress and attendance, provide coaching and mentoring.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Familiarize yourself with individuals' goals, job placements and job site expectations
• Guide individuals in learning to complete job tasks assigned by job site
• Monitor each individual's job progress and break down / modify tasks as needed or requested
• Create lists, charts and / or reminder notes as needed to facilitate learning for each individual
• Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively on the job site
• Assist individuals to discover and overcome their personal barriers and set goals for growth
• Provide coaching in prioritizing job tasks and completing them in a logical sequence
• Encourage individuals to complete tasks in an increasingly timely manner once the basic job skills have been learned
• Monitor and evaluate progress of clients by keeping detailed progress notes
• Keep records and documentation for all goals and objective
• Assist individuals with disabilities in developing social and life skills
• Track all workers' measurable goals and insure that all daily and weekly documentation is complete
• Ensure that all safety areas are maintained on a monthly basis. Monthly checklist and fire drills are completed.
• Maintain appropriate communications with parents / guardians, residential staff, DDS Case Managers, OWC Directors / other staff, and business contacts.
• Daily attendance for all workers in your program
• Ensure Vocational Assessments are up to date on each individual in the program
• Assist in providing a positive program environment to staff & participant
• Be a team player
• Learn & follow all policy & procedures of the agency
• Learn and follow all safety & emergency procedures for the agency
• Be involved in OWC fundraising events
• Perform other duties as assigned, or as they arise.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB :

KEY COMPETENCIES :

Organizational skills, Interpersonal and Communication skills, Problem solving skills, good verbal and written skills, ability to lead, ability to lead and inspire

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Must be able to carry a minimum of 20 pounds

Salary Description

17.69