Job Coach

Life Unlimited•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Trains, mentors, or coaches program individuals in individual and/or group work settings in accordance with their person-centered vocational plan in a customized employment job or volunteer setting.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age and provide proof of high school diploma or G.E.D.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English both in writing and orally.
Must not have been convicted of any disqualifying felony and must not have been substantiated for abuse or neglect in the state of Missouri, as recorded by the Department of Mental Healths Employee Disqualification List.
Must have reliable transportation for transporting clients.
Must demonstrate safe practices in all areas and exemplify positive professional standards.
Must obtain a Class E drivers license during new hire orientation must carry minimum coverage applicable by law for auto insurance
Must Receive Seasonal Flu Vaccination
Knowledge of programs and services for people with developmental disabilities preferred.
Willingness to travel on company business in personal or company vehicle.
Good written, oral, and communication skills.
Ability to be flexible.
Respect the rights and dignity of people with Developmental Disabilities and willingness to advocate on their behalf.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with disabilities in vocational rehabilitation and/or training settings is desirable. Education may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

Provides employee development by utilizing individual work or work-related activities to assist individuals to understand the meaning, value, and demands of work; to modify or develop attitudes, personal characteristics, and work behavior; and to develop functional capacities, as required, to assist individuals in reaching their optimum level of vocational development
Works with employers and individuals co-workers to understand the training methods and accommodations that are needed for the individuals success
Work alongside the individual to help them learn their new work tasks
Assist the individual in identifying and developing natural supports at the work site
Assist the individual in learning and understanding their workplace culture
Create job aids, task analysis and other tools to foster ongoing success and independence
Transports program individuals when related to vocational activities and approved by your supervisor
Communicate the individuals work progress with supervisor
Writes case notes and summaries that are detailed and accurate within the timelines established by department leadership and agency policies
Completes all reports within timelines established by Department leadership and agency policies
Accepts and willingly carries out special assignments or duties, when requested
Promotes a positive image of Life Unlimited and program individuals to the local community
Provides prospective employers with appropriate program information; responds to employers bias and concerns regarding hiring persons with disabilities
Assures the confidentiality of information regarding program individuals.
Abides by ethical and legal guidelines for case communication and recording
Respects the rights of all individuals served
The ability to effectively and efficiently use computers or mobile devices to input, access, modify, or output information. This includes the ability to quickly access, store and retrieve data
Demonstrates effective time management by maintaining a reliable schedule to support both individual and team goals.
Maintains professionalism in communication and actively contributes to a positive and respectful team culture.
All Other Duties as Assigned