Job Coach

Seven Hills Foundation•Woonsocket, RI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Job Coaches provide job training and direct support to individuals with varying disabilities working in employment settings including competitive, supported, integrated work sites, and work services. This role is focused on making a difference and promoting healthy and happy lives by working with individuals with disabilities and significant life challenges to help them achieve their fullest potential.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License & Good Driving Record.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
One year experience in a vocational training and/or business/industrial setting.
Must maintain and keep Job Coach and Retention Certification acceptable to BHDDH once obtained.

Nice To Haves

Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of your team.

Responsibilities

Implement vocationally geared activities and projects consistent with providing quality programming.
Conduct assessments to determine the individual interests, skills, and abilities as the individual plans their career path.
Ensure the individual supported receives appropriate training that will optimize their level of independence in the community.
Help individuals resolve any conflict and alleviate any distress while at the job site.
Maintain files of ISP objectives, medical fact sheets, individual learning styles, and other related documentation.
Provide transportation to and from residential programs or daily work sites, using personal and agency vehicles.
Flex schedule based on the vocational support needs of program participants.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance: With generous company contribution.
Generous Accrued Paid Vacation
Vacation Cash-Out Option
Paid Personal Days, Holidays and Sick Time
Enhanced Retirement Plan: With Employer match
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution.
Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework.
Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills.
Paid New Employee Orientation
Training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving , and Medication Administration.
Comprehensive program-specific training at the work site.
Official Retention Certification acceptable to BHDDH regulations.