Ability First Job Coach - LaPorte County - FT

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES GROUP•Michigan City, IN

1d•$16

About The Position

Job Objective: To provide comprehensive support to individuals with barriers to employment by providing personalized, on-the-job coaching and guidance. This role ensures participants successfully integrate into competitive community employment settings while fostering independence and long-term success. This position reports to the Senior Director of Mission Services who evaluates performance annually. In addition, embodies the Goodwill Mission to: “Empower people to achieve their most abundant life” and upholds the Company Core Values of: Relentless Pursuit of Excellence, Customer-First Mindset, Humble Confidence, Passion for Mission, and Do the Right Thing. Essential Job Functions: Conduct comprehensive reviews and assessments of participant strengths, abilities, limitations, and employment barriers. Coordinate and actively engage in discovery activities to identify vocational interests and opportunities. Support participants during job site orientation and assist with completion of all required documentation. Accurately document participant performance and workplace behaviors through detailed case notes. Prepare and submit weekly timesheets for participants involved in Situational Assessments and Work Experience programs. Advocate for participants and mediate employment-related concerns to promote successful job retention. Communicate participant needs and progress updates to the Ability First team for timely intervention and support. Maintain professionalism and deliver high-quality services in all interactions. Ensure compliance with funding requirements by providing accurate billing information to Case Managers. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or the ability to obtain through The Excel Center.
Prior work experience in a related field preferred.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and support individuals, with an understanding of the unique needs of people with disabilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across diverse settings.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, manage schedules effectively, and meet strict deadlines.
Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation of participant activities and hours worked.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
Must have reliable transportation, a current driver's license, and provide proof of insurance to travel to different job sites.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Flexible availability.
Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel, repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive reviews and assessments of participant strengths, abilities, limitations, and employment barriers.
Coordinate and actively engage in discovery activities to identify vocational interests and opportunities.
Support participants during job site orientation and assist with completion of all required documentation.
Accurately document participant performance and workplace behaviors through detailed case notes.
Prepare and submit weekly timesheets for participants involved in Situational Assessments and Work Experience programs.
Advocate for participants and mediate employment-related concerns to promote successful job retention.
Communicate participant needs and progress updates to the Ability First team for timely intervention and support.
Maintain professionalism and deliver high-quality services in all interactions.
Ensure compliance with funding requirements by providing accurate billing information to Case Managers.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.