Job Coach - Full Time - Fort Dodge, IA

One Vision•Fort Dodge, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

One Vision is seeking a passionate, mission-driven Job Coach of Community Employment to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving meaningful, competitive employment in the community. If you're driven to make a difference and empower others toward independence, we'd love to meet you!

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or GED preferred
3+ years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities (preferred)
Experience in employment coaching or vocational training (preferred)
Supported Employment Certification (required or obtained within 1 year of hire)
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and lift per physical support needs
Functional vision, hearing, and computer literacy to complete documentation
Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
Willingness to be flexible and participate in on-call support as needed

Responsibilities

Coach, mentor, and support individuals with job skills, employment readiness, and workplace success
Help individuals apply for jobs, overcome barriers, and maintain successful employment
Provide on-the-job training and communicate regularly with employers to support individual success
Support individuals in areas such as time management, workplace behavior, transportation, and grooming
Encourage independence by allowing individuals to do as much as they can for themselves
Assist in developing training plans and completing all required documentation and reports
Monitor and document work performance for individuals participating in paid contract work
Advocate for individuals' rights and ensure they are treated with dignity and respect
Support healthy, respectful relationships and model professional boundaries
Respond to emergencies and follow all safety, Mandt, and lifting procedures as needed