Job Coach (ACRE)

Chrysalis is a company that provides a variety of support services for at-risk adults and / or juveniles with intellectual disabilities. These individuals may also have a variety of medical issues. This position requires the ability to work in stress-filled and safety-sensitive environments, make crucial decisions in regards to the care and treatment of at-risk individuals, and possess the ability to communicate those decisions effectively to the individual's team. Under general supervision of the Supportive Employment Specialist, the Job Coach will provide customized employment services to individuals of Chrysalis through discovery, job search planning, job development, negotiation and post-employment support. The Job Coach will be responsible for supporting individuals in their jobs, establish relationships with employers and assist / train the individuals on required job duties as well as functions independently within the constraints of Chrysalis' policies and procedures to assure individuals receive the highest quality of customized services possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Communicate effectively with the individual's team and employer
• Punctuality and regular / consistent attendance at the worksite are required and the employee must be able to ensure proper oversight of individuals and their worksite schedules and facilitate successful employment outcomes
• Stay awake, responsive, and communicate effectively to the individuals
• Follows and applies coaching techniques that promote individual independence in the workplace
• Build professional relationships with employers
• Complete the USOR 93 form for each individual monthly
• Create Work Strategy Assessments
• Attend the monthly ACRE Memories Correlation meeting
• Teach individuals daily living skills as it relates to the job
• Create opportunities for people to increase quality of life in their work environment
• Support the individual's choices through Discovery and implement Person Centered Plans (PCSP) and goals
• Complete necessary administrative tasks and documentation within established time frames
• Complete and document all that is required by Chrysalis and the State such as employment records and performance
• Supports problem solving processes by coaching the employer and individual while assessing performance. Renegotiate as needed with an employer
• Perform other related duties or projects as assigned by supervisor

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