Employment Coach - Costa Mesa

Integrated Resources Institute • Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

The Employment Coach mentors and supports people with developmental disabilities at their job sites and assists individuals seeking employment in the Orange County area. The role focuses on job development, on-the-job support, and helping each person pursue competitive integrated employment aligned with their skills, talents, interests, and goals. The coach works with each individual’s circle of support to build employability skills, develop resumes, practice interviews, access transportation and community resources, maintain employment and productivity, and create meaningful daily schedules.

The Employment Coach provides person-centered services with a priority on health, safety, quality of life, and positive relationships. The role uses Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), instructional support strategies, digital tools, and individualized planning. Coaches collaborate with managers, colleagues, employers, families, and other stakeholders; maintain effective relationships with employers and volunteer sites; and complete required documentation and training.

This is a part-time position serving the West Orange County area, with a varied schedule of up to 18 hours per week and travel of up to 25%. The starting rate is $24 per hour. Mileage and cell phone reimbursement and job-placement bonus incentives are also offered. A comprehensive paid training program is provided at hire and on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

• Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Proficiency with computers and online platforms, as some services are provided remotely.
• Commitment to full inclusion of people with disabilities.
• Commitment to integrated employment for people with disabilities.
• Commitment to self-advocacy and person-centered planning.
• Flexible availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
• Ability to drive an automobile to meet job responsibilities.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described for the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to use both hands for tasks such as typing, writing, and using computers or mobile devices, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Sufficient visual and hearing capacity, with or without assistive devices, to perform essential functions and communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of college or equivalent experience.
• Experience in job development and on-the-job support.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, preferably in community-integrated settings.
• Positive behavior support training experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out directives from the Support Manager, Director of Services, Chief Executive Officer, and Board of Directors, prioritizing the service and support needs of people served.
• Mentor people served and provide services focused on health, safety, and quality of life.
• Provide job development and on-the-job support guided by PBIS and instructional support strategies.
• Assist individuals and their circles of support in securing competitive integrated employment suited to their skills and talents.
• Support managers in gathering information for individualized Support Plans (ISP).
• Use digital tools, including Zoom, online learning platforms, and online job-search resources, to support long-term employment goals.
• Maintain strong business relationships with employers and volunteer sites.
• Practice IRI’s mission and person-centered values, and communicate respectfully with people served, stakeholders, and colleagues.
• Implement community-integrated employment services and develop integrated work schedules and work settings.
• Find integrated work settings and develop competitive employment placements.
• Encourage meaningful employment-related activities.
• Conduct frequent job-site analyses before, during, and after employment.
• Implement adaptations and devices based on individual needs.
• Provide typical and specialized healthcare support, including medication, hygiene, toiletry, and feeding assistance, as needed.
• Implement individual service plan goals and SMART objectives.
• Monitor positive behavior strategies and plans.
• Conduct task analyses and make data-based training decisions.
• Complete required documentation, including eRSP daily care notes, clocking in and out, and maintaining an up-to-date employee personnel file.
• Attend and complete staff-development training and other assigned training.
• Communicate important updates about people served to supervisors, circles of support, and other stakeholders.
• Dress professionally and appropriately for assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate appropriate emergency strategies and report emergencies to the Support Manager as necessary.
• Collaborate with the individual, Lead Employment Coach, Support Manager, and circle of support on customized employment activities.
• Contact prospective employers and facilitate job applications for participants.
• Shadow and train other coaches supporting a specific individual.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Support Manager, Director of Services, or CEO.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees only.
• Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Paid time off for full-time employees only.
• Paid sick leave.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees only.
• Retirement Plan.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability for full-time employees only.
• Flexible schedules.
• Cell phone reimbursement.
• Job-placement bonus incentives of $100–$600, prorated.
• Comprehensive paid training at hire and on an ongoing basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed