Job Coach- Appleton

CLARITY CARE INC•Appleton, WI

4d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Clarity Care is hiring a Job Coach for Community Employment Services in Appleton, Wisconsin. The Job Coach provides individualized, hands-on support to Members at community employment sites, helping them learn job responsibilities, develop workplace skills, build confidence and achieve meaningful employment goals. The role involves adapting coaching to Members’ strengths, needs, learning styles and abilities, and supporting their independence and self-direction. The Job Coach monitors and documents Member progress, communicates relevant updates, and works collaboratively with Members and employment partners. The position also requires respecting Member rights, dignity and personal choices; following individual service plans, organizational policies and applicable regulations; and using appropriate prevention and de-escalation techniques. The posting describes part-time work for the Appleton location, while also noting that both full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma, equivalent education and/or relevant work or life experience.
Experience supporting individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
Strong communication, listening and relationship-building skills.
A positive, supportive attitude and ability to motivate others.
Patience, flexibility and creative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently in community employment settings.
Commitment to dignity, inclusion and person-centered support.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on Member and employer needs.
Knowledge of appropriate crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques.
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and ability to meet agency driving standards.
Ability to successfully complete required caregiver background checks.
Reliable phone with voicemail and access to email.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized, hands-on coaching at community employment sites.
Help Members learn job responsibilities, strengthen workplace skills and build independence.
Demonstrate tasks, encourage Members and celebrate progress toward employment goals.
Support Members in developing problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills.
Help Members navigate workplace challenges and build positive working relationships.
Encourage self-direction, personal growth and greater independence on the job.
Understand each Member’s strengths, needs and employment objectives, and adapt coaching to their learning styles and abilities.
Monitor progress, document observations and communicate relevant updates.
Collaborate with Members and employment partners to support successful outcomes.
Respect Member rights, dignity and personal choices.
Follow individualized service plans, organizational policies and applicable regulations.
Recognize challenging situations and use appropriate prevention and de-escalation techniques.
Maintain a positive, professional presence in community workplaces.