Job Coach

Opportunity Enterprises, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 28,930,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Time Off

Partial Holiday Pay

Pay On Demand Option

FSA accounts

Paid Mileage

Job summary

Opportunity Enterprises, Inc. in Valparaiso, IN, is seeking a Job Coach to provide on-site job training, mentoring, coaching and workplace assessment services to individuals in the community.

The role focuses on coaching Vocational Rehab clients and those in Supported Employment Follow-along, with regular site visits, training at job sites, and documentation to CARF standards. Growth and benefits accompany this hands-on position.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Flexibility to ever changing schedules and shifts.
• Strong ability to problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and training to actively working Vocational Rehab clients and clients receiving Supported Employment Follow-along services.
• Maintain a minimum of twice monthly job site visits as appropriate and outlined in Waiver and Community Support Budgets with clients in Supported Employment Follow-along services.
• Provide necessary training/re-training at job sites.
• Assist with the development of natural supports at the work site.
• Monitor and document client progress on struggles and successes to maintain established goals.
• Maintain necessary documentation, data and reports as required by CARF standards, funding source and agency.
• Advocate for and pursue services as appropriate to meet the individual needs of clients.
• Assist and provide Discovery Services as needed and assigned.
• Maintain the required productivity level at 85% client specific productivity hours weekly based on caseload of active job coaching and follow along.
• Should 85% productivity not be met for two consecutive months, pay rate will decrease by $2/hour.
• Job Coach will be given one month to increase productivity to expected level. If the productivity level increases to 85% prior to 8 weeks rate will increase again by $2/hour.
• Productivity is calculated once per month.
• Should a Job Coach fall below the 85% productivity rate 4 times within a rolling 12 months, or be at 70% or less productivity, termination will occur or said staff may apply for another position within the company.
• Paid Time Off used or FMLA will not count toward productivity.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers, referral sources, clients, parents, co-workers and others as appropriate.
• Become familiar with client specific information by attending conferences and reading files prior to onset of coaching services.
• Attend and participate in department, division, and agency meetings required.
• Maintain awareness of local, state and national trends that impact employment services.
• All other duties as assigned by the director or senior director.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office Suite

Schedule flexibility

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

1-3 years experience in related field

Experience with developmentally disabled population

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Job Coach is responsible for on-site job training, mentoring, coaching and work place assessment services to individuals in the community.

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Job Coach is responsible for on-site job training, mentoring, coaching and work place assessment services to individuals in the community.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and training to actively working Vocational Rehab clients and clients receiving Supported Employment Follow-along services
• Maintain a minimum of twice monthly job site visits as appropriate and outlined in both Waiver and Community Support Budgets with clients in Supported Employment Follow-along services
• Provide necessary training/re-training at job sites
• Assist with the development of natural supports at the work site
• Monitor and document client progress on struggles and successes to maintain established goals.
• Maintain necessary documentation, data and reports as required by CARF (Commission of Accreditation Rehabilitation Facilities) standards, funding source and agency
• Advocate for and pursue services as appropriate to meet the individual needs of clients
• Assist and Provide Discovery Services as needed and assigned
• Maintain the required productivity level at 85% client specific productivity hours weekly based on caseload of active job coaching and follow along
• Should 85% productivity not be met for two consecutive months, pay rate will decrease by $2/hour.
• Job Coach will be given one (1) month to increase productivity to expected level. If the productivity level increases to 85% prior to 8 weeks rate will increase again by $2/hour.
• Productivity is calculated once per month.
• Should a Job Coach fall below the 85% productivity rate 4 times within a rolling 12 months, or be at 70% or less productivity, termination will occur or said staff may apply for another position within the company.
• Paid Time Off used or FMLA will not count toward productivity
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers, referral sources, clients, parents, co-workers and others as appropriate
• Become familiar with client specific information by attending conferences and reading files prior to onset of coaching services
• Attend and participate in department, division, and agency meetings required
• Maintain awareness of local, state and national trends that impact employment services
• All other duties as assigned by the director or senior director.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting
• Prolonged standing
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Flexibility to ever changing schedules and shifts
• Strong ability to problem solve

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 year’s experience in related field preferred
• Experience with developmentally disabled population preferred

Benefits To All Employees

• Accrued Time Off
• Partial Holiday Pay
• Partial Paid Birthday off!
• Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
• Employee referral program
• Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
• FSA accounts
• Paid Mileage
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Extensive training
• Flexible Hours
• CPR/First Aid training

Additional Benefits To Full-Time Employees

• 401K w/ 5% company matching
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid day off on Birthday!
• PTO
• Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
• HSA Accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises

Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.