Job Coach

Peckham, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO policies

Modern facilities

Pet friendly work sites

Free fruit

Fitness classes

Massages available for purchase

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Peckham Inc. in Lansing, MI, seeks a Job Coach to teach job-specific tasks and workplace behavior to people with disabilities. You will conduct one-on-one training at Peckham locations and support clients to become independent and confident in their new roles.

Travel training may be required. Assigned locations vary across the Greater Lansing area; per diem hours (0–30 per week) may apply depending on demand and availability. This role does not offer Peckham staff benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one job training to clients at various worksites and Peckham locations.
• Train persons with disabilities on job-specific tasks and workplace interpersonal skills.
• Assist the employee in becoming independent, competent, and confident in their new workplace.
• Support the employee with establishing natural supports and facilitate workplace inclusion.
• Document client progress and provide professional progress reports to staff and supervisors.
• Provide regular communication to staff and supervisors as needed.
• Provide travel training services to clients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.*

*To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences*

Peckham Inc. - Job Coach

SUMMARY

A Job Coach is an individual who helps people with disabilities learn the specific requirements of the job, learn work-related activities and requirements, and learn appropriate workplace behaviors. Schedules may vary with per diem hours (0 to 30 hours per week) depending on the volume of Job Coach Requests and the Job Coach’s availability. This position does not offer Peckham Staff benefits and locations of assignments vary throughout the Greater Lansing area.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide one-on-one job training to clients at various worksites and Peckham locations
• Train persons with disabilities on job specific tasks and help with interpersonal skills necessary in the workplace
• Assist the employee in becoming an independent, competent, and confident part of their new workplace
• Support the employee with establishing natural supports and facilitate inclusion into the work environment
• Document client progress and provide professional quality progress reports to staff and supervisors
• Provide regular communication to staff and supervisors as needed
• Provide travel training services to clients

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Promote Peckham’s vision values and services to all customers and stakeholders
• Assist in maintaining organizational wide quality standards
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school Diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills
• Access to reliable transportation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.

PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EEO/AA

Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Business Line

Human Services Location: Lansing, MI Worker Sub-Type: Staff Member

ABOUT PECKHAM

Peckham is a national award-winning social enterprise, recognized for its achievement in providing exceptional vocational rehabilitation for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. We accomplish our mission by working with community partners and through our own diverse business lines consisting of apparel manufacturing, warehousing, call centers, environmental services, and farming. Peckham prides itself on having a great culture which fosters a respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, share ideas, and engage in lifelong learning. Our culture further supports our mission by encouraging flexibility, health, and wellness.

• generous PTO policies
• modern facilities
• pet friendly work sites
• free fruit
• fitness classes
• massages available for purchase
• opportunities for flexible work arrangements

MISSION

Peckham, a nonprofit community vocational rehabilitation organization, is a unique business and human services agency which values quality, diversity, and performance. Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for greater independence and self-sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management, and innovative approaches to achieve world-class excellence.

VISION

To prove that people with disabilities and other barriers are more than capable of delivering world-class, high-quality products and solutions. Peckham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EEO is Law Peckham participates in the E-Verify program.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION NOTICE Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. [1] Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For more information on the equal employment obligations of Federal contractors, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. Visit www.peckham.org to learn more.