coach job

Metrocare Services•Hillside, NY

About The Position

Provide individualized job coaching and employment support to people with developmental disabilities in integrated community settings. The Job Coach serves as a liaison among CDDS, the business community, and other center personnel. The role includes helping individuals identify employment goals, build skills, complete job tasks, address barriers, and make progress toward meaningful employment. This community-based position requires travel between worksites in the county and reliable transportation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, or a high school diploma or equivalent plus 1–2 years of experience providing services to individuals with disabilities.
Current Texas driver’s license, or a current driver’s license from another state with the requirement to obtain a Texas license within three months.
Meet the criteria for insurability established by the Centers’ risk management facilitator and provide proof of minimum auto liability coverage when applicable.
Basic math skills, including the ability to work with reports and numbers and calculate moderately complex figures and amounts for reporting activities and budgets.
Ability to follow simple one- or two-step instructions and handle standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
Ability to use a computer, printer, and relevant software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and to use the Internet for resources.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, organize work, prioritize workflow, meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks and special projects, and work autonomously with minimal or no supervision.
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality and conduct work in accordance with ethical standards, applicable professional standards, state contracts, and state and federal laws.
Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds and stand and/or walk for more than seven hours a day.
Reliable transportation to travel between community worksites during the workday or workweek.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and/or American Sign Language.
UNT certifications in Job Skills Training, Job Placement Training, and Supported Employment Training.

Responsibilities

Develop effective job coaching and employment plans.
Communicate with individuals to understand their goals and ambitions.
Help individuals identify and overcome personal barriers and set goals.
Assess individuals’ strengths and teach them to use those strengths effectively.
Guide individuals in learning to complete job tasks.
Help individuals develop motivation and skills.
Assist individuals with disabilities in developing social and life skills.
Advise on workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Monitor and evaluate individuals’ progress.
Maintain records and documentation and prepare appropriate reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Serve as a liaison between CDDS, the business community, and other center personnel.