Job Coach

Progressive Directions Inc. (PDI) • TN

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About The Position

For this specific Job Coaching position, you will be assisting persons with disabilities at their jobs, and must have a minimum six (6) months of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (employment setting preferred but not required). As a Job Coach, you will provide direct support to persons with developmental disabilities to help them succeed in competitive, community-based employment. You’ll work one-on-one to teach job tasks, provide transportation and coaching as needed, and foster skills for long-term success and independence in the workplace.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (employment setting preferred but not required).
• Satisfactory criminal background check.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Valid Tennessee, Kentucky, or Alabama driver’s license (military exemptions available).
• CPR and First Aid certification (provided upon hire if needed).
• Must successfully complete all required training by DDA, PDI, TennCare Employment Community First, and the TRN Job Coaching & Consulting competency-based course (for ECF clients).

Responsibilities

• Learn job tasks and train the person supported to perform them correctly.
• Assist with completing tasks as required.
• Provide on-the-job supervision, gradually reducing support as independence increases.
• Teach job-related and independent living skills, including public transportation use and personal grooming.
• Provide transportation to and from work as needed.
• Advocate for persons supported in the workplace and the community.
• Use sound judgment to address issues, informing the Supported Employment Coordinator (SEC) of significant concerns.
• Maintain written documentation of areas of concern or progress.
• Follow the person-supported work schedule and report to the SEC on a weekly basis.
• Participate in annual work plan meetings.
• Attend required agency training.
• Assist with job search efforts under the direction of the SEC.
• Support person supported with additional services such as Community Integration, Personal Assistance, and Supportive Home Care, as outlined in their Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff.
• Paid time off and sick time for both full-time and part-time employees.
• Paid training.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunity to participate in Employee Referral Program with incentives.
• Supportive team environment.
• Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees