Job Coach

Goodwill of the Heartland/Heartland Goodwill Enter; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 46,838,000 - 50,971,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

Strong team culture

Store discount

Retirement plan with up to 6% employer

Job summary

Goodwill of the Heartland in Iowa City is seeking a Job Coach to support participants with barriers to independence in community employment. You will train, supervise, and model work procedures, helping clients set goals and perform tasks as needed.

The role involves travel between program sites and may include evening/weekend hours. Competitive PTO and a strong team culture are highlighted benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• AA degree can substitute for the required experience.
• Six months of related field experience required.
• Supervisory/training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to clients in community jobs and assist with goal setting.
• Train, supervise, and model work procedures for participants.
• Coordinate transportation to program sites as needed.
• Adapt training to participant needs and changing environments.
• Travel between job sites as required.

Skills

Experience in related field

Supervisory experience

Training experience

Customer service experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AA degree welcomed substitution

Job description

If you are a person who enjoys supporting people with barriers to independence in their community jobs, Goodwill of the Heartland’s Job Coach position might be a good fit for you! This job offers the opportunity to aid persons with disabilities or barriers to independence in the workforce! If you have an interest in advocacy for our amazing mission, consider applying for this position!The Job Coach position requires direct support for our clients, with the opportunity to train, supervise, and model work procedures. Participants are placed in community jobs through Goodwill programs, and this position aids in teaching basic work habits and attitudes, while helping our participants develop their goals and implement assigned tasks. Job Coaches adapt training strategies to fit the changing work environment and participant needs day-to-day. This position may provide transportation to program participants in a company or personal vehicle.Goodwill has great benefits!Competitive PTOStrong team cultureGenerous store discountRetirement package with up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year.Position requirements:High school diploma or equivalent is requiredSix months of experience in a related field is required (e.g., customer service, custodial, sales, clerical, training, etc.). An AA degree can be substituted for the required experience. Supervisory/training experience preferred.Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license and auto insuranceSuccessful completion of background checks: criminal, motor vehicle record, and dependent adult and child abuse.The schedule will allow flexibility for good work/life balance with a varying schedule that will include a combination of evening and weekend hours. Some daytime hours are possible, depending on availability. Travel between job sites is required.The Job Coach position has a starting wage of $16.78 per hour.