Job Coach Direct Support Professional

Horizon Project, Inc. • Hermiston, OR

7d • $16 - $19

About The Position

Horizon Project is a nonprofit that provides care and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Job Coach Direct Support Professional supports clients participating in Day Support, Community Living, and Job Coaching services. Prior experience or certifications are not required, though experience may be considered when determining starting pay. The pay scale is $16–$18.50 per hour depending on experience, with an additional $1 per hour when job coaching with a client. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (40 hours per week), with occasional weekend or evening hours required. A company vehicle is provided for client transportation; employees must not use their own vehicles.

Requirements

• Must be over 18 years old.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass a pre-employment driving-record screening.
• Must maintain a clean driving record during employment.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a pre-employment Oregon DHS background check and maintain a clean background check.
• Must communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills, including typing and using email and a printer/copier.
• Strong English communication skills in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to remain calm in a chaotic environment.
• Teamwork and creative-thinking skills.
• Punctuality and organization.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities for clients that support their personal goals.
• Take clients on community outings, such as to the fair or bowling alley.
• Transport clients using a company vehicle.
• Teach clients job skills and help them obtain employment.
• Provide job coaching and support clients at their jobs.
• Assist clients with bathroom use, showering or bathing, and brushing their teeth.
• Administer client medications.
• Remain on task in a busy or chaotic environment.
• Support multiple clients at once.
• Use a computer to document client medications and daily activities.
• Maintain adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers.
• Work as part of a team to complete job duties and support clients.

Benefits

• Partially company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Voluntary employee-paid critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance.
• Employment is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Company vehicle provided for client transportation.
• Paid sick and vacation days.
• 1.5x pay for working on holidays.

What This Job Offers

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