Job Coach

Community Living•St. Peters, MO

13d•$21

About The Position

Position Summary: The Job Coach is responsible for helping individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities learn and perform their job duties. This position works with individuals one-on-one to develop hard and soft skills related to employment. The Job Coach provides on-going support to individuals working in various employment sites in the community. Pay Rate: $20.50/Hr PT 10-15 Hrs. Varied, possible evenings and weekends

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Possess sound oral and written communication skills as well as decision-making skills.
Possess good listening and comprehension skills along with strong leadership skills.
Must be able to write and document in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
Must be able to adapt at balancing multiple caseloads.
Ability to work as a team member.
Possess the ability to use Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Driver’s License
Physically assist participants as needed.
Environment may vary from indoor to outdoor work as well as working in a wide temperature range.
May have to operate light machinery such as floor buffers and pallet jacks.
Moderate Work – Exerts up to 50lbs of force occasionally and 20lbs frequently.
Standing, sitting, reaching, and walking are common.
Criminal Background Check
Family Care Safety Registry Check
Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check, Proof of Insurance

Responsibilities

Implements training plans and formal programs to ensure successful employment or training for persons served participating in the plan.
Writes clear and concise reports and progress notes for each person served participating in the program.
Completes documentation in a timely fashion.
Collects accurate data on each person served participating in the program.
Provides direct instruction to each person served participating in the program.
Attends and schedules meetings as necessary regarding each person served participating in the program.
Responsible for maintaining funding guidelines and ensuring compliance.
Maintains positive relationships with employers.
Meets and maintains billable hours.
Completes and maintains all required trainings.
Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.