Employment Coach - American Canyon

Integrated Resources Institute•American Canyon, CA

About The Position

The Employment Coach mentors and supports people with developmental disabilities at job sites and helps people seeking employment in the North Bay region. The role focuses on job development and on-the-job support, with the aim of helping each person secure and maintain competitive, integrated employment aligned with their skills, talents, interests, and goals. Coaches use person-centered approaches, PBIS and instructional support strategies, and digital tools such as Zoom, online learning platforms, and online job-search resources. The position also supports the development of individualized support plans and maintains effective relationships with employers and volunteer sites. The Employment Coach works under the direction of the Support Manager and in collaboration with the leadership team, the people supported, and their circles of support. The role includes supporting health, safety, quality of life, and meaningful relationships, while carrying out organizational directives and completing required documentation and training. This is a part-time position in American Canyon, California, scheduled Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with a varied schedule of up to eight hours per week. The position may involve evening, weekend, or holiday availability as necessary, travel of up to 25%, and work in office, community, home, and outdoor settings.

Requirements

Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills.
Proficiency with computers and online platforms, as some services are provided remotely.
Commitment to full inclusion and 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 perform job responsibilities.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.
Experience with positive behavior support training.

Responsibilities

Provide mentorship and person-centered support to people with developmental disabilities, emphasizing health, safety, quality of life, dignity, and respectful relationships.
Develop integrated work schedules, identify integrated work settings, and pursue competitive employment placements aligned with each person's skills and talents.
Support job development activities, including customized employment, resume building, interview practice, employability skills, contacting prospective employers, and facilitating job applications.
Provide on-the-job support, encouragement, and assistance with maintaining employment and productivity.
Conduct job-site analyses before, during, and after employment, and implement adaptations, strategies, and devices based on individual needs.
Support transportation to and from work and access to the community.
Help people discover their interests, skills, and employment goals and create meaningful daily schedules with their circles of support.
Implement individual service plan goals and SMART objectives, monitor positive behavior strategies, conduct task analyses, and use data to guide training decisions.
Provide specialized and typical health-related support as needed, including medication, hygiene, toiletry, and feeding assistance.
Complete required documentation, including eRSP daily care notes, timekeeping, and maintaining an up-to-date employee personnel file.
Communicate important updates about people supported to supervisors, circles of support, and other stakeholders.
Maintain strong business relationships with employers and volunteer sites.
Attend and complete assigned staff development and other trainings.
Follow professional dress expectations and demonstrate appropriate emergency strategies; report emergencies to the Support Manager as necessary.
Shadow and train other coaches for a specific person supported.
Carry out directives and other duties assigned by the Support Manager, Director of Services, or CEO.