Job Coach - Project Search

Health First Careers • Melbourne, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

To be fully engaged in demonstrating I-Care Values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) by providing training and support for students with disabilities, business co-workers, families, and school district personnel to insure success during the work site rotations and/or a competitive job.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or other combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Pass Vocational Rehabilitation best practices supported employment part one and introduction social security work incentive's part 2 within two months from the start date.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours and schedule based on the student’s needs.
• Able to drive throughout Brevard County.
• Pass appropriate school board requirements and screenings.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or other combination of education and experience may be considered
• 1 year successful work with students.
• Florida Driver’s License
• Pass Vocational Rehabilitation best practices supported employment part one and introduction social security work incentives part 2.
• Coach students challenged with a disability.
• Work independently or within the team environment.
• Keep accurate documentation.
• Able to motivate students.
• Possess good communication skills with professionals, families, and students.
• Able to build and maintain relationships with students, professionals and families.

Responsibilities

• Performs job coaching and job development at any Health First facility or local employer within the Brevard County community throughout the year.
• Identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions as related to a student intern’s specific job rotation or offsite/outside employment and training.
• Perform specific job analysis, task analysis, and job matching activities.
• Coach students in the areas of grooming, hygiene, communication, interviewing, and appropriate behaviors as they relate to successful employment.
• Communicate with Project Search Team to make final decisions regarding any issues that may affect student success at a worksite rotation and at offsite employer.
• Provide professional, courteous communication and information to customers.
• Ability to be flexible with work shifts as needed, including hours and days, to meet the employment needs of student interns.
• Ensure the safety of the students in the various work site rotations or environments within Health First, Inc. and offsite at employers. This may include a wide variety of departments, offices, and classroom community environments
• Adhere to all legal requirements concerning the safety and welfare of the interns.
• Protect the confidentiality of business information unless disclosure serves a professional purpose within the scope of the program or is required by law.

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution.
• Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates.
• Different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results.
• It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED