JOB COACH

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

9d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Jay Nolan Community Services is hiring a Job Coach to provide individualized support to adults with developmental disabilities in community-based employment settings. The role helps people build workplace skills, confidence, independence, and success in competitive employment. The Job Coach serves as a mentor, advocate, and coach, and works with employers, coworkers, families, case managers, and program staff to support individualized service plans. The position is based in Los Angeles, California, and involves supporting individuals at employment and training locations throughout the community. The schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM. The listed pay range is $20.25–$23.00 per hour. The JNCS Job Coach Training Program must be completed within the first 90 days of employment. Jay Nolan Community Services is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides individualized support to children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities so they can live, work, and thrive in their homes and communities. The organization describes itself as an inclusive, supportive, community-oriented workplace and an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in the human services field, or six months of experience with Jay Nolan Community Services.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the community.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to use a smartphone and mobile technology for work-related tasks.
Complete the JNCS Job Coach Training Program within the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Coach individuals on job tasks, workplace expectations, and professional skills.
Support consumers during interviews and throughout onboarding.
Help individuals develop workplace independence and confidence.
Build positive relationships with employers, coworkers, families, and support teams.
Monitor progress toward employment goals and document outcomes.
Advocate for consumers and promote inclusive employment opportunities.
Collaborate with case managers and program staff to support individualized service plans.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation, reports, and billing records.
Participate in training, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development opportunities.