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 :
Proven experience as job coachExperience in working with people with disabilities is a plusExperience in developing employment plansAbility to adhere to regulations and standardsOutstanding communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational and problem-solving abilityRespect to diversityAbility to inspire and motivate3 years' experience in a Human Service settingMust be reliable, dependable, flexible with your hoursMust possess proven experience and successCPR / First Aid, PMT, Med Cert a plusMust possess valid driver's license and have 5 years' experience clean drivingBe willing to use your own vehicle if neededMust be able to work as part of a team as well as be independentKEY 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