Job Coach I (Developmental Services)

Vinfen•Somerville, MA

9d•$21 - $21

About The Position

Assist in the implementation of ISP’s and recommended plans with emphasis toward community employment. Work directly with persons served on an individual and group basis in workrooms and facility. Provide on-the-job training to persons served in community employment settings.

Requirements

One year of experience/training in a related function.
A valid driver’s license must be presented at the time of employment.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.
Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping.
CPR is required within two weeks of hire
First Aid is required within two weeks of hire
Safety Care is required within 90 days of hire
NET is required
Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
Knowledge of applied behavioral analysis with special needs population
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
Knowledge and use of different communication styles
Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
Knowledge of required independent living management skills
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
Knowledge of available community resources, job and training opportunities
Knowledge of documentation requirements
Persuasive, collaborative, and participative skills
Presentation skills
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability and gender issues
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to provide a positive role model

Responsibilities

Work directly with persons served individually and in groups.
Work to develop skills for persons served.
Provide coaching and training to persons served at community job sites, program job sites, work crews, etc.; may include travel training, social skills and vocational skills training. Travel to various locations required by Outreach Job Coach I.
Monitor progress on the job and provide written documentation as needed; ensure coverage as appropriate.
Implement prescribed clinical, educational and vocational/employment programs.
Responsible for specific data collection, quantify data, transfer to daily chart and perform bimonthly analysis of data.
Maintain physical upkeep of the program area. Ensure equipment is used, cleaned and stored appropriately.
Act as advocate for persons served in all areas.
Complete continuous training in applied behavioral analysis, teaching techniques and job coaching
Perform other related duties, as required.