Job Coach

shinebrightcare; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

shinebrightcare in Wasilla, Alaska, seeks a dedicated individual to assist clients with job-related tasks at the worksite. The role focuses on guiding clients to foster independence, ensuring they complete required job tasks while maintaining positive communication among all parties.

The ideal candidate will possess conflict resolution and critical thinking skills alongside the ability to work independently. This position offers training for eager-to-learn candidates and operates Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Experience preferred; willing to train an eager-to-learn candidate.

Responsibilities

• Guide and assist clients at the job site in completing job-related tasks.
• Complete daily documentation of client progress on goals.
• Promote a safe work environment and client safety.

Skills

Conflict resolution skills

Critical thinking skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Time management

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION

Assisting clients with job‑related tasks on the workers’ worksite, overseeing job completion while working with multiple clients throughout a shift. Implementing knowledge and modeling job‑related skills to foster independence, this includes interpersonal and employment skills such as basic job tasks and self‑direction. (Safety)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guide and assist clients at the job site in completing job‑related tasks to increase independence.
• Mentor by providing tools for the development of motivation and self‑direction.
• Maintain positive communication between the client, office staff, and the store manager.
• Complete daily documentation of client progress on goals.
• Advise on workplace accommodations to ensure clients can meet job requirements.
• Manage time effectively to fit multiple clients within daily shifts.
• Manage client behavior by applying effective de‑escalation techniques and encouraging coping skills.
• Represent Shine Bright Care through positive interactions with customers, other employees, and management.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA guidelines.
• Utilize teaching techniques and instructional variety to meet client needs.
• Promote a safe work environment and client safety.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to consistently arrive to work on time.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate and maintain a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of effective de‑escalation techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Capacity for frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, and repetitive motions depending on client needs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Experience preferred; willing to train an eager‑to‑learn candidate.
• Daily schedules: Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may change due to client scheduling).