Full-Time Job Coach — Empower Adults with Disabilities

American Training, Inc.; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

American Training is seeking a full-time Job Coach for our Wakefield Day Services Program. You will work closely with Guests—adults with developmental disabilities—to support their individual employment goals and help them lead meaningful lives.

Responsibilities include developing relationships with employers, teaching life and job skills, and supporting Guests' ISP goals. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have one year of experience with people with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities. Experience as a Job Coach is a plus.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy skills, word processing and data sheets.
• A valid driver’s license, the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and a satisfactory CORI are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive relationships with employers, acting as the liaison between Guests and the employer.
• Teach, train, guide and direct Guests in life skills and job skills, in both an individual and group setting.
• Support with increasing Guests independence in accordance with their ISP goals.
• Develop detailed job task evaluation for a variety of jobs in different industries.

Skills

Strong organization

Communication skills

Tools

Word processing

Data sheets

Job description

American Training is seeking a full-time Job Coach for our Wakefield Day Services Program. You will work closely with Guests—adults with developmental disabilities—to support their individual employment goals and help them lead meaningful lives.

Responsibilities include developing relationships with employers, teaching life and job skills, and supporting Guests' ISP goals. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required. Competitive benefits are offered.