Job Coach

Chrysalis•Price, UT

5d•$16 - $18

About The Position

Chrysalis provides support services to at-risk adults and juveniles with intellectual disabilities, who may also have medical issues. The Employment Coach works in potentially stressful and safety-sensitive environments and makes decisions related to individuals’ care and treatment, communicating those decisions to the individual’s team. Under the general supervision of the Supportive Employment Specialist, the coach provides customized employment services, including discovery, job-search planning, job development, negotiation, and post-employment support. The coach supervises individuals at work, builds relationships with employers, and assists and trains individuals in their job duties. The position also works independently within Chrysalis policies and procedures to support high-quality customized services. The listed starting pay is $16.25 per hour for job-coaching duties.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Pass a criminal background check.
Be eligible to drive according to Chrysalis policy.
Be able to speak, read, and write effectively in English.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Complete workplace supports training/certification and continued education.
Complete annual CPR, First Aid, OSHA, and SOAR training.
Complete annual Human Rights, Abuse, Neglect, Maltreatment, and Exploitation training.
Obtain and maintain a Food Handler's Permit.
Complete a T.B. test.
Complete any other training required by Chrysalis.
Understand and follow policies, the Provider Code of Conduct, and the Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, and Maltreatment Policy according to state standards.
Have excellent public relations skills when working with individuals and employment personnel.
Be able to work successfully unsupervised.
Be able to manage multiple time demands while balancing a caseload of 8–15 individuals requiring customized employment approaches.
Demonstrate integrity, trustworthiness, and follow-through in interactions.
Have knowledge of the Vocational Rehabilitation process and services.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with the individual’s team and employer.
Maintain punctuality and regular, consistent attendance at the worksite; oversee individuals and their worksite schedules to support successful employment outcomes.
Apply coaching techniques that promote independence in the workplace.
Build professional relationships with employers.
Teach individuals daily living skills as they relate to the job.
Create opportunities for individuals to improve their quality of life in the work environment.
Support individual choices through Discovery and implement Person Centered Plans (PCSPs) and goals.
Complete required administrative tasks and documentation within established time frames.
Complete and document employment records and performance information required by Chrysalis and the State.
Support problem solving by coaching the employer and individual, assessing performance, and renegotiating with employers as needed.
Work directly with individuals to obtain employment in their communities at minimum wage or above.
Develop and maintain community business contacts and professional relationships with individuals, families, advocates, support coordinators, and worksite personnel.
Use customized employment techniques, including Discovery and Person Centered Service Planning (PCSP).
Identify individuals’ skills, abilities, conditions, and contributions through observation, interviews, and interactions to customize employer relationships.
Act as a community liaison to support smooth transitions and continuity of service between individuals and employers.
Follow safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
Respect individuals’ privacy and confidentiality, including HIPAA requirements, while working with a team to enhance service delivery.
Understand qualification processes for paratransit and other transportation options and train individuals to use these services.
Maintain clear and legible documentation of services provided.
Attend organizational training and provide documentation of required certifications.
Perform other related duties or projects as assigned by the supervisor.