Job Coach, Supported Employment

PathPoint•Ridgecrest, CA

3d•$23 - $23

About The Position

PathPoint is seeking a part-time Job Coach to join its Employment Services team in Ridgecrest, California. The Job Coach provides instruction, support, and supervision to adults with mild to moderate disabilities in and outside the workplace, helping them build workplace abilities and work toward greater independence. This position is 25 hours per week, with a varying schedule that requires flexibility and willingness to work nights and weekends. Paid training, First Aid certification, and CPR certification are provided. Compensation is $23.25 per hour, plus mileage reimbursement. PathPoint is a Santa Barbara-based nonprofit that supports people with disabilities, people with mental health diagnoses, and young adults in pursuing their hopes and dreams through workplace skills, life skills, and meaningful relationships. Founded in 1964, it serves five Central Coast and Southern California counties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to pass a Live Scan DOJ fingerprint background check, TB screening, and basic health screening.
Valid driver's license with at least five years of driving history, a satisfactory driving record, and access to a vehicle with current registration and insurance.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively and constructively with individuals with disabilities, family members, social workers, employers, and others.
Optimistic attitude and ability to provide encouraging verbal feedback regularly.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office, email, and Internet.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field.
Prior experience supporting or instructing individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Accompany individuals to work sites, observe their abilities, identify areas for improvement, and 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.
Assist individuals with work-related paperwork, including time cards, time-off requests, tax forms, and benefits enrollment.
Maintain good relationships with employers and workplace supervisors, serving as a liaison among them and the individuals receiving support.
Help develop and implement individualized coaching plans that support participants in working more independently, with the eventual goal of self-sufficiency.
Participate in meetings and discussions about individuals' progress.
Maintain daily logs and reports.