Job Coach

DPI Group; Saint Helens (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Meadowlark Employment Services (a division of The DPI Group) is seeking a Job Coach to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in the Columbia/Clatsop County area. You will partner with clients and employers to build confidence, remove barriers, and place the right supports in a collaborative, mission-minded team.

This is a community-based role requiring regular driving to workplaces throughout Columbia and Clatsop Counties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment preferred.
• Experience in customer service, sales, human services, or job coaching preferred.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and remote coaching to help clients learn job tasks, workplace expectations, and soft skills.
• Develop support plans and gradually reduce supports as clients gain independence and confidence.
• Communicate regularly with employers, supervisors, and the Senior Job Developer to resolve workplace issues.
• Support clients in self-advocacy and in addressing barriers such as transportation, scheduling, and workplace accommodations.
• Maintain accurate, timely job coaching notes and service documentation.
• Track and report on client progress.
• Participate in team meetings and complete required ongoing trainings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bilingual abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Meadowlark Employment Services (a division of The DPI Group ) is growing and has a job opening for a Job Coach in the Columbia/Clatsop County area. The Job Coach helps individuals with intellectual disabilities succeed at work by building confidence, removing barriers, and putting the right supports in place. You'll partner with clients and employers to help people grow and thrive in a collaborative, mission-minded team.

This is a community-based role that requires regular driving to workplaces throughout Columbia and Clatsop Counties to provide on-site coaching. Residence in Columbia or Clatsop County is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary/Hourly Rate : $22-$25/hour DOE
Benefits : Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, 401(k), and more

Some of what you'll be doing:

• Provide on-site and remote coaching to help clients learn job tasks, workplace expectations, and soft skills
• Develop support plans and gradually reduce (fade) supports as clients gain independence and confidence
• Communicate regularly with employers, supervisors, and the Senior Job Developer to resolve workplace issues
• Support clients in self-advocacy and in addressing barriers such as transportation, scheduling, and workplace accommodations
• Maintain accurate, timely job coaching notes and service documentation
• Track and report on client progress
• Participate in team meetings and complete required ongoing trainings

Some key attributes:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance
• Ability to pass a background check
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• E xperience working with individuals with disabilities or other barriers to employment preferred
• Experience in customer service, sales, human services, or job coaching preferred
• Bilingual abilities preferred

About The DPI Group

The DPI Group is a non-profit entrepreneurial organization providing business solutions with a social impact. DPI is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and has nine satellite locations around the country. DPI provides a competitive salary plus benefits, as well as great co-workers and work environment.

The DPI Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against. INT#1130