Disability Job Coach: Create Roles, Empower Lives

jobpathnyc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP (Work/Life Assistance Program)

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Medical FSA

403b retirement with employer match

Health & dental insurance

Short-term disability after 28 hours

Job summary

Job Path in New York City is seeking applicants for the Job Coach position in our employment programs. The individualized supports we provide are integral to helping participants succeed in their jobs.

The Job Coach will encourage participants to learn new skills, work with employers, and maintain regular communication with supervisors. Flexible schedule and weekend work may be required; benefits include EAP and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Caring, committed, and patient with people with disabilities.
• No prior experience or certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Encourage participants to learn new skills to grow at their jobs.
• Work with employers to guarantee their satisfaction with Job Path services.
• Be flexible and available to provide support to employment program participants as needed. At times one might have to work on the weekends.
• Maintain communication with one’s supervisor to ensure that vital information is shared in order to ensure the success of the people we support.
• Write detailed case notes and submit electronic documentation of all services provided for the month for billing purposes by assigned deadlines
• Work with employer and individual to resolve any problems that may arise during work hours.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Path in New York City is seeking applicants for the Job Coach position in our employment programs. The individualized supports we provide are integral to helping participants succeed in their jobs.

The Job Coach will encourage participants to learn new skills, work with employers, and maintain regular communication with supervisors. Flexible schedule and weekend work may be required; benefits include EAP and retirement plan.