Community Employment Coach - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Icon Fitness; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & Retirement Plan

Paid Trainings & 12 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Time Package

24-Hour On-Site Gym

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligb

Job summary

Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority in Alpena, MI is seeking a Community Employment Job Coach to work with individuals at their place of employment, teaching appropriate work behavior and social skills to support quality performance.

You will assist with microenterprise activities, attend person-centered planning meetings, and act as a liaison with employers and our employment staff. Travel and occasional evenings/weekends may be required; confidentiality and safety rules apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental illness preferred.
• Lived experience with mental illness, IDD, and/or substance use disorders valued.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Good organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate community employment services with individuals, families, case managers, clinicians, and other organizations.
• Maintain case recordings in accordance with Person Centered Planning guidelines.
• Serve as a liaison with employers and employment staff; maintain professional relationships.
• Support individuals with specialized transportation needs.
• Promote inclusion in competitive integrated employment and raise public awareness.
• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Demonstrate knowledge of confidentiality and safety protocols.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority in Alpena, MI is seeking a Community Employment Job Coach to work with individuals at their place of employment, teaching appropriate work behavior and social skills to support quality performance.

You will assist with microenterprise activities, attend person-centered planning meetings, and act as a liaison with employers and our employment staff. Travel and occasional evenings/weekends may be required; confidentiality and safety rules apply.