Direct Support Professional: Employment Training Specialist (Job Coach)
About The Position
The Employment Training Specialist assists clients who have secured community employment in maintaining and developing the vocational skills needed to achieve their vocational goals. The role provides direct job coaching, support, and advocacy, helping people with disabilities meet employer expectations and build personal growth, achievement, and independence. This is a part-time position of up to 29 hours per week. Workdays and hours are determined by client needs and may include work beyond the regular workday. The specialist must be able to respond to requests to work with 24-hour notice. A valid driver's license is required, and the employee must secure a Health and Welfare criminal background check.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- Ability to secure a valid driver's license.
- Ability to secure a Health and Welfare criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience in a related field such as Vocational Rehabilitation, special education, teaching, or counseling.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct job coaching to clients with community employment.
- Support and advocate for clients as they maintain and develop vocational skills.
- Help clients meet their employers' expectations and work toward their vocational goals.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Supportive work environment with great co-workers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
