Job Coach FT

Goodwill of the Heartland/Heartland Goodwill Enter•Muscatine, IA

7d•$17 - $17

About The Position

Goodwill of the Heartland’s Job Coach provides direct support to people with disabilities or other barriers to independence who are working in community jobs through Goodwill programs. The role trains, supervises, and models work procedures; teaches basic work habits and attitudes; and helps participants develop goals and complete assigned tasks. Job Coaches adapt training strategies to changing work environments and participants’ day-to-day needs. The position may include transporting participants in a company or personal vehicle and requires travel between job sites. The schedule varies and includes a combination of evening and weekend hours; some daytime hours may be available depending on availability. Starting pay is $16.78 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of experience in a related field, such as customer service, custodial, sales, clerical, or training; an associate degree may substitute for the required experience.
Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto insurance.
Successful completion of criminal, motor vehicle record, and dependent adult and child abuse background checks.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or training experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to program participants at their community jobs.
Train, supervise, and model work procedures.
Teach basic work habits and attitudes.
Help participants develop goals and implement assigned tasks.
Adapt training strategies to changing work environments and participant needs.
Travel between job sites.
Provide transportation to participants when needed, using a company or personal vehicle.