1:1 EMPLOYMENT COACH

THE Arc Northern Chesapeake Region

2d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Coach supports individuals with differing abilities in the community by assisting with skill-building, facilitating experiential learning, and fostering personal developmental opportunities. This role is also responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of the supported individuals' rights as they engage in community activities and seek knowledge. This is a Part-time position with a schedule of Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.

Requirements

High School diploma is required
Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and other database systems.
Access to reliable transportation.
Active valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and no more than two (2) points.
Maintain proof of current automobile insurance.
Maintenance of all required trainings under DDA guidelines and The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region policies and procedures.
Flexibility of scheduling to meet agency and program needs.
Ability to obtain DOT Medical Card (Non-CDL) within thirty days (30) of employment.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in human services or related field preferred.
One to Three (1-3) years of experience working with individuals with differing abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist and support individuals in identifying and obtaining employment with community stakeholders.
Identifying and training individuals on the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to successfully complete job duties.
Guiding and supporting individuals in interfacing and communicating with supervisors and peers.
Provide safe and reliable transportation to individuals for work and work-related activities on an as needed basis.
Help individuals identify and develop positive relationships from work and work-related activities.
Identify and offer suggestions for Individual plan outcomes and job development goals.
Identify opportunities for and encourage individuals to contribute to their communities and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
Collaborate with vocational services peers to support and guide the community employment goals of supported individuals.
Learn and become proficient in the skills of varied professions to support team members in assisting individual in skill development.
Be flexible, reliable, and consistent in supporting the vocational service team to assist individuals in obtaining and maintaining employment.
Gather and exchange industry-based information to ensure a dynamic pool of skills and abilities to support individuals with new employment opportunities.
Positively mentoring and guiding new vocational services team members in learning the skills required for successful job coaching supports.
Accurately track and document the attendance patterns of individuals supported in community-based employment.
Track and document caseload requirements to include updating and transitioning supported individuals to other vocational services team members.
Track and manage employer stakeholder information and communicate regularly to establish employment opportunities.
Track and document financial expenditures to include mileage and vehicle usage to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Track and report wage differentiations to ensure accurate documentation of Federal and State wage requirements.
Ensure effective and efficient use of time and opportunities to maximize employment supports.
Complete and submit required documentation accurately and on time.
Undertake other duties as assigned, including special projects and cross-program development.