Job Coach - FT 36h

Journey Found•Norwich, CT

11d•$19 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Provides individuals a community-based program with support services designed to promote self-determination, independence, productivity, integration and inclusion in the community. The position accomplishes this through culturally competent programs aimed at providing on-site assessment, training, and supervision to individuals in the community, in employment situations and in house training activities in a manner reflecting a professional, supportive manner with the individual businesses and the community at large and in keeping with the Journey Found mission.

Requirements

High School
Applies age and population specific competencies.
Understands and applies competencies specific to the general characteristics of each age group and specific population/individual served.
Operates company vehicles safely and defensively.
Operates vehicles in a safe manner at all times.
Reports vehicle maintenance needs to supervisor.
May be required to use personal vehicle to transport individuals.
Adheres to company driving policy and GPS policy.
Applies crisis prevention and intervention strategies following standard, approved intervention techniques and protocols as needed.
Assists individuals served with activities of daily living in a safe, sensitive and respectful manner.
Activities of dialing living include but are not limited to feeding/eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring (walking), continence, budgeting.
Completes the training programs required to adequately perform the functions of the job and other training as required by their supervisor or Journey Found.
Maintains the confidentiality of individuals served.
Maintains program facilities.
Follows written and oral instructions.
Adheres to the mission, vision and values of Journey Found and conducts him/herself within standards of professional conduct of his/her program, division and the organization.
Adheres to the Journey Found Policy & Procedure which protects the privacy and security of consumer health information.
Maintains the security of electronic media and returns to his/her supervisor when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Journey Found, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Journey Found, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Responsibilities

Applies age and population specific competencies.
Implements program safety protocols.
Documents critical incidents.
Interacts effectively and professionally with all stakeholders.
Interacts appropriately with People Supported.
Manages groups of individuals in the program and the community.
Provides transportation of People Supported within the community as required.
Manages behavioral crises.
Assists individuals served with activities of daily living in a safe, sensitive and respectful manner.
Develop vocational and non-vocational day services in accordance with the individual’s plan and preferences.
Assesses consumers’ skills and behaviors and assists in developing Individual Plans.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the goals, objectives, plans and procedures implemented.
Provides case management to individuals as assigned.
Implements formal skill building programs to help individuals learn new skills and gain independence.
When applicable, provide training and support in all aspects of employment, including task analysis, developing accommodations, and accessing host company benefits.
Implements formal behavior support plans to help individuals with clinically significant behavior support needs.
Ensure that each individual receives the necessary support and advocacy to achieve success in his/her vocational and non-vocational day services plan.
Facilitates the development of natural supports with supervisors and co-workers, ensures the completion of all contracted services, negotiates and advocates for reasonable accommodations or job modifications with employers, and provides on-going feedback to the individual served regarding performance.
Maintains the confidentiality of individuals served.
Completes the training programs required to adequately perform the functions of the job and other training as required by their supervisor or Journey Found.
Participates in processes of continuous improvement to increase productivity, reduce inefficiencies and enhance the quality of services provided to the individuals served.
Maintains the program facilities by carrying out or assisting the individuals in the program to carry out housework and light maintenance.
Provides written and oral information to staff and management in a timely manner.
Follows written and oral instructions.
Attends all required meetings included but not limited to: vocational, IP, team and staff meetings.
Adheres to the mission, vision and values of Journey Found and conducts him/herself within standards of professional conduct of his/her program, division and the organization.
Performs other duties, responsibilities and undertakes projects at any program or location as assigned by a supervisor, Director of Support Services or other member of management of Journey Found.
Adheres to the Journey Found Policy & Procedure which protects the privacy and security of consumer health information.
Maintains the security of electronic media and returns to his/her supervisor when appropriate.