Job Coach

New Horizons, Serving Individuals with Special Needs•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$22 - $23

About The Position

Are you ready to make a difference in someone's life? THEN WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!!! New Horizons, a nonprofit serving special needs adults in the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, and Ventura, for more than 60 years, seeks a self-starter to be a Job Coach. This will be a very rewarding experience for reliable people who have a passion to help others. A perfect part-time job! No experience necessary. We are willing to train the right candidate. Flexible availability. 25 - 40 hours a week (may include weekends) Rate: $22.25-23.25 SUMMARY Provides instruction, coaching, assistance, support, and advocacy needed by individuals with developmental disabilities (members) to successfully work in a community job setting.

Requirements

Must speak English
High School Diploma or equivalent
Driver's License for 3+ years required. Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be willing to drive an 8-passanger van.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with special needs / developmental disabilities (preferred)

Responsibilities

Orients the member to the work setting.
Develops a daily work schedule that identifies all of the job duties that must be completed during the work day.
Trains the member to complete their assigned job duties up to employer expectations.
Teaches the member appropriate workplace behavior and attitudes.
Assists the member develop relationships with co-workers.