Direct Support Professional - Job Coach

VTC; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Job summary

VTC in Fargo, ND is seeking a Direct Support Professional - Job Coach to provide employment-related support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include mentoring, supervising teams, and assisting with job placements.

Candidates must be at least 18, hold a current driver's license, and have access to a personal vehicle. The position offers a part-time schedule, starting at $17.78 per hour, with flexible shifts. Join an amazing team at VTC, where rewarding work and paid training await.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current Driver's License required.
• Use of personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized on-the-job instruction and mentorship.
• Supervise 2-3 person teams for local businesses.
• Consult with employers to identify training needs.
• Assist individuals with job searches.

Skills

Mentorship

Supervising teams

Consulting with employers

Job placement assistance

Job description

VTC is an amazing company that is constantly growing and adapting to meet the needs of our people.

Position: Direct Support Professional - Job Coach

Location: Fargo, ND

Job Id: 706

# of Openings: 2

Job Type: Part-time (Less than 30 hours)

Pay: Starting at $17.78 (DOE)

Shifts - Every other weekend and at least one evening until 9 pm (shifts may vary)

Rewarding Work with Remarkable People - Flexible Schedule - Paid Training

The Vocational Training Center (VTC) of Fargo, ND is now searching for candidates to join our CREATE Employment Services team as Direct Support Professionals. The Direct Support Professional (DS) in this program is responsible for providing employment-related support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities of this position will include:

• Providing individualized on-the-job instruction and mentorship to individuals working in the community.
• Supervising 2-3 person teams fulfilling contracted service requirements for local businesses.
• Consulting with employers to identify training needs to improve the individual's performance.
• Assist individuals with job searches and engage with employers to secure opportunities for potential job placement.
• Participate in multi-agency team meetings to evaluate, assess, and recommend accommodations for the individual to attain/retain employment.
• Maintaining flexibility and composure while working alone or in a team environment.
• Completing the competency-based modules as dictated by the North Dakota Department of Human Service, Developmental Disabilities Division.

Other duties not listed above may be assigned.

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Current Driver's License
• Use of personal vehicle – mileage reimbursement provided

Preferred: Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, mental health or other related field.

EEO, including disability/vets