Job Coach

PathPoint•San Luis Obispo, CA

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About The Position

PathPoint is hiring a full-time Job Coach (Direct Support Professional) for its Employment Services team in San Luis Obispo, California. The position is 40 hours per week and supports adults with disabilities at their workplaces so they can maintain successful employment and work toward greater independence. The role involves coaching individuals on the job, helping address workplace concerns, supporting employment-related paperwork, and coordinating with employers and workplace supervisors. This is an hourly, non-exempt position starting at $23.25 per hour, with a stated pay range of $22.09 to $24.41 depending on various factors. Pre-employment background checks and health screenings are required only after an offer. PathPoint is a nonprofit serving communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

Requirements

Ability to coach or train others in a positive way.
Ability to work independently, create one's own schedule, and demonstrate accountability and dependability.
Reliable transportation for daily travel in the community, potentially including multiple sites in one day.
Cultural awareness, the ability to collaborate across cultures, and avoidance of biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting or instructing individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Accompany individuals to their workplaces, observe their abilities, and identify areas for improvement.
Provide feedback and assistance to increase productivity and encourage positive work behavior.
Coach and counsel individuals on workplace issues and concerns, and advocate for them when needed.
Help individuals complete work-related paperwork, including timecards, time-off requests, tax forms, and benefits enrollment.
Maintain relationships with employers and workplace supervisors and act as a liaison among them and the individuals supported.
Help develop and implement individualized coaching plans that support individuals in working more independently, with the eventual goal of complete self-sufficiency.