Job Coach

Goodwill of the Heartland/Heartland Goodwill Enter; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

Strong team culture

Store discount

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Goodwill of the Heartland in Iowa City is seeking a Part-Time Job Coach to support people with barriers to independence in the workforce. You will help clients gain skills, navigate accommodations, and pursue community employment opportunities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of related experience (AA degree may substitute), a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and completion of required background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of related field experience required; AA degree may substitute.
• Reliable vehicle with valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Background checks including criminal, motor vehicle, and dependent/child abuse.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with barriers to independence in the workforce.
• Advocate for clients and help connect them with work opportunities in the community.
• Coordinate schedules, including evenings and weekends; travel between job sites.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Iowa City Office - Iowa City, IA 52240Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.78 - $16.78 HourlyIf 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!

Goodwill has great benefits!

• Competitive PTO
• Strong team culture
• Generous store discount
• Retirement package with up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year.

QualificationsPosition requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Six 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 insurance
• Successful 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.