Employment Coach - Lancaster

Integrated Resources Institute•Lancaster, CA

About The Position

The Employment Coach mentors and supports individuals with developmental disabilities at their job sites and helps individuals seeking employment in the Los Angeles County area. The role focuses on job development, competitive integrated employment, on-the-job support, health, safety, quality of life, and building respectful professional relationships with the people served and their circles of support. The coach also helps individuals develop positive relationships with coworkers, roommates, neighbors, employers, and community members. The coach works under the direction of the Support Manager and collaborates with leadership, colleagues, employers, families, and other stakeholders. Services may include resume building, interview practice, employability skills development, transportation and community access, support for maintaining employment and productivity, identifying individual interests and goals, and creating meaningful daily schedules. The role uses digital tools such as Zoom, online learning platforms, and online job-search resources. A paid training program is provided at hire and on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

Strong organization, communication, and writing skills.
Proficiency with computers and online platforms; 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 for job responsibilities.

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

Provide mentorship and on-the-job support to people served, prioritizing health, safety, and quality of life.
Support job development and customized employment activities, including contacting prospective employers and facilitating job applications.
Help individuals secure competitive integrated employment aligned with their skills and talents.
Develop integrated work schedules and identify integrated work settings and competitive employment placements.
Provide encouragement for meaningful employment-related activities and support employment maintenance and productivity.
Conduct job-site analysis before, during, and after employment.
Implement adaptations, devices, positive behavior strategies, service-plan goals, and SMART objectives based on individual needs.
Provide typical and specialized healthcare support, including medication, hygiene, toiletry, and feeding assistance as needed.
Conduct task analysis and use data to guide training decisions.
Gather information during support activities to assist with individualized support planning.
Use digital tools, online learning platforms, and online job-search resources to support long-term employment goals.
Maintain effective business relationships with employers and volunteer sites.
Complete required records and documentation, including daily care notes, timekeeping, and personnel-file updates.
Communicate important updates about people served to supervisors, circles of support, and stakeholders.
Attend and complete staff development and other assigned training.
Follow emergency strategies and report emergencies to the Support Manager as needed.
Shadow and train other coaches supporting a specific individual.
Follow IRI's mission and person-centered values, and interact respectfully and with dignity with people served, stakeholders, and colleagues.
Carry out directives from the Support Manager, Director of Services, Chief Executive Officer, and Board of Directors, and perform other duties as assigned.