Job Coach, Employment Services

buildability; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Job Coach to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their employment goals. The role involves supporting participants in developing job skills and adapting to workplace environments. With a focus on an inclusive mission, the organization offers a part-time position with flexible hours and competitive compensation ranging from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to encourage and train individuals effectively.

Qualifications

• Ability to give encouraging verbal feedback regularly.
• Experience in interacting constructively with individuals with disabilities.
• Willingness to obtain mandatory certifications within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals at their workplace to complete tasks successfully.
• Help individuals adjust to workplace culture and policies.
• Provide hands-on training and evaluation of work tasks.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Optimistic attitude

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

CPI Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Job description

Overview

Join the BuildAbility Team as a Job Coach

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk? Currently, we're on the lookout for Job Coaches to lend support to participants in our Supported Employment Program.

Why work with us

• Meaningful Mission: Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $18.00 - $21.00/hour, along with a generous benefits package.
• If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

Our Supported Employment Program

• This is a program that helps individuals find a job and develop the skills needed to be successful in that job.
• A job coach will provide support and training to help individuals learn how to complete job tasks and understand the company's policies and procedures.

As a Job Coach, you will be responsible for

• Assisting individuals at their workplace to complete tasks successfully.
• Helping individuals adjust to the workplace culture and understand the workplace policies.
• Providing hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the individual’s work tasks to help them improve.
• Developing a relationship with workplace supervisors to gain feedback on the individual’s performance and to help create a workplace environment that will maximize the individual’s success.
• Using BuildAbility’s digital program to log the individual’s progress and performance.

Schedule

• Part-time (15 - 25 hours per week)
• Open availability is preferred, as early as 4:00 am and as late as 12:00 am
• Hours assigned are subject to change weekly based on availability

Work Location

• Traveling position
• San Fernando Valley region

Compensation

• Starting at $18.00- $21.00/hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Benefits

• Paid Sick Time (56 hours)
• Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Opportunity for Career Advancement

Qualifications

• Optimistic attitude and ability to give encouraging verbal feedback regularly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• CPR/First Aid Certification (required, or must obtain within 30 days of hire).
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (required, or must obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Bilingual Spanish (preferred).
• Valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Willing to travel.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proof of Criminal Background Clearance.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

BuildAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace environment, stakeholder engagement, and participant support. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.