Job Coach FT (6797)
About The Position
The Job Coach position offers the opportunity to aid persons with disabilities or barriers to independence in the workforce. This role involves direct support for clients, including training, supervision, and modeling work procedures. Participants are placed in community jobs through Goodwill programs, and the Job Coach helps teach basic work habits and attitudes, while assisting participants in developing their goals and implementing assigned tasks. Job Coaches adapt training strategies to fit the changing work environment and participant needs daily. This position may provide transportation to program participants in a company vehicle.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Six months of experience in a related field (e.g., customer service, custodial, sales, clerical, training, etc.) is required.
- Reliable vehicle, valid Iowa driver's license and auto insurance.
- Successful completion of background checks: criminal, motor vehicle record, and dependent adult and child abuse.
Nice To Haves
- An AA degree can be substituted for the required experience.
- Supervisory/training experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Aid persons with disabilities or barriers to independence in the workforce.
- Train, supervise, and model work procedures for clients.
- Teach basic work habits and attitudes.
- Help participants develop their goals and implement assigned tasks.
- Adapt training strategies to fit the changing work environment and participant needs.
- Provide transportation to program participants in a company vehicle, if needed.
- Travel between job sites.
Benefits
- Competitive PTO
- Strong team culture
- Generous store discount
- Retirement package with up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year.
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
