SYEP Job Coach (68598)

Garten Services•Salem, OR

15d•$20 - $24

About The Position

Provides on-the-job supports to trainees in various Garten and community work settings. Assists in the disability awareness education of community employers. Assists community employers in the identification of natural support options within their businesses.

Requirements

Excellent communication, customer service, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with sign language skills desirable.
Ability to conduct assessment instruments and identify barriers.
Ability to train/instruct diverse workforce.
Ability to model good work practices.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Skills in judgment, decision-making, and balancing multiple priorities.
Ability to actively participate in team development and team-oriented processes.
Physical ability to stand, walk, twist, bend, kneel, grasp, handle, reach, kneel occasionally during normal workday.
Physical ability to occasionally push/pull/lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
Minimum of 1-2 years experience working with/providing training to individuals with disabilities with preference given to those with prior experience in community settings.
High School diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

sign language skills desirable.
preference given to those with prior experience in community settings.

Responsibilities

Positive role model for trainees.
Provides hands-on support to the trainees while they perform work at assigned businesses.
Provides on-going support to the trainees as they work at progressing and growing in their job.
Educates and supports the employer as he/she becomes more knowledgeable about disabilities and necessary accommodations.
Educates community employers in the concepts of natural supports to meet the needs of the program participant.
Provides the necessary hands-on support at the Garten or community work experience to ensure a positive outcome for the employer and the trainee.
Maintains effective communication with Program Coordinator and Vocational Skills Trainer.
Effectively performs documentation such as case notes and competency tracking.
Participates in meetings and on teams as assigned.
May provide assistance and personal care to individuals in use of restroom and in clean-up.
Performs other related duties as assigned.