MCRD, Landscaping Job Coach

The Arc San Diego • San Diego, CA

20d

About The Position

The Landscaping Job Coach supports and trains participants in group supported employment while completing landscaping tasks as part of the daily workload. The role ensures work meets employer expectations for quality and quantity and uses standard training techniques to teach participants grounds maintenance tasks according to guidelines established by the supervisor and employer. The job coach also supports participants in developing social, personal, and other work-related skills.

The position is located at MCRD and pays $21.52 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Requirements

• Experience in landscaping services, including operating heavy machinery such as a riding mower, chainsaw, and trimmer.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability and willingness to transport participants.
• Enjoy teaching others, take pride in being a reliable and relatable team member, and be invested in working with adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Multilingual ability, preferably English and Spanish.
• Experience as a job coach or employment specialist for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and complete landscaping tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and minor irrigation.
• Ensure work tasks are completed according to employer requirements and established procedures.
• Provide ongoing training to participants throughout the workday as needed.
• Collect and record data on participant goals as required.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with the employer and other employees at the work site.
• Model exemplary work behaviors at all times.
• Teach participants grounds maintenance tasks using standard training techniques and guidelines established by the supervisor and employer.
• Support participants in improving social, personal, and other work-related skills.
• Transport participants as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED