Job Coach

Peoria Production Solutions Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

403B - retirement plan

Long Term Disability

Hospital Indemnity

Legal

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness

Employer paid Life Insurance

Employer paid Short Term Disability

Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Peoria Production Solutions is seeking a Job Coach / Trainer to guide employees with disabilities in learning job responsibilities and developing the skills to succeed in their current roles. You will teach step by step instructions, document progress, and advocate for each person.

Collaborate with team members to identify needed skills, tailor training plans, provide one-on-one coaching, support employment planning, monitor progress, and advocate for appropriate accommodations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as job coach.
• Experience with people with disabilities and developing employment plans.
• Ability to adhere to regulations and standards.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to inspire and motivate.
• High school diploma; degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Instruct employees on step-by-step procedures.
• Document performance through trainer trackers, notes, and evaluation forms.
• Teach employees how to complete the tasks they are assigned.
• Ensure that work is performed according to the job specifications.
• Advocate for all employees.
• Provides one-on-one behavioral coaching and teaching.
• Develop effective job coaching and employment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation and mentorship

MS Office

Organizational skills

Inspire and motivate

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

BSc/BA in social studies or relevant field

Job description

Job Description

Peoria Production Solutions

Company Mission: To be the premier employer for individuals with disabilities.

Job Title

Job Coach / Trainer

General Expectations

A Job Coach is responsible for instructing employees to assist them in learning job responsibilities and ensure they have the skills to succeed in their current role.

Essential Duties

• Instruct employees on the step-by-step procedures required to complete work instructions.
• Document employee performance through trainer trackers, notes, and evaluation forms.
• Teach employees how to appropriately complete the tasks they are assigned.
• Ensure that work is performed according to the job specifications.
• Advocate for all employees.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides one-on-one behavioral coaching and teaching.
• Works closely with other team members to identify the specific skills the employee needs to work on.
• Works collaboratively with team members to provide skill development through instruction, practice, and coaching.
• Amends approach based on employee's needs and progress.
• Focusing on specific behaviors and skills the employee will need to succeed in the work environment.
• Help develop line leader training on working with individuals with disabilities.
• Participates in meetings with community support and employee families as needed.
• Participates in discussions regarding processes, support, and service planning.
• Develop effective job coaching and employment plans.
• Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively.
• Advise on workplace accommodations for people with disabilities.
• Communicate with employees to understand their goals and ambitions.
• Attend job fairs and other recruiting outings as needed.
• Work on the production floor if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements And Skills

• Proven experience as job coach.
• Experience in working with people with disabilities and developing employment plans.
• Ability to adhere to regulations and standards.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to inspire and motivate.
• High school diploma: BSc/BA in social studies or relevant field is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PTO
• 403B - retirement plan
• Long Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Legal
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Employer paid Short Term Disability
• Bonus Opportunities