Job Coach: Empower Adults to Find Meaningful Work

North Eastern Services; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

North Eastern Services provides support for individuals with disabilities and helps them achieve goals toward greater independence. We hire hard-working, fun, outgoing, self-motivated, and responsible people to join our team and assist adults in obtaining and maintaining meaningful community employment.

The Job Coach guides individuals through career interests, offers on-the-job training, and collaborates with employers and support teams to build lasting employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in human services is preferred.
• Experience working with adults with disabilities or in employment services is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, patience, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to build respectful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Reliability, professionalism, and willingness to travel to various work and community locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in identifying career interests, abilities, and employment goals.
• Provide individualized, hands-on training and support at the worksite.
• Teach job duties, workplace expectations, communication skills, and appropriate workplace behaviors.
• Gradually reduce support as the individual becomes more independent and confident in their position.
• Develop positive working relationships with employers, coworkers, and individuals receiving services.
• Advocate for individuals while maintaining confidentiality, dignity, choice, and independence.
• Monitor job performance and provide ongoing coaching and problem-solving support.
• Assist individuals in learning workplace safety procedures and appropriate professional conduct.
• Communicate regularly with individuals, employers, families/support teams, and other service providers as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, employment records, and required reports.
• Follow all agency policies, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patience

Problem-solving

Independence

Teamwork

Reliability

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Human services education (preferred)

Job description

North Eastern Services provides support for individuals with disabilities and helps them achieve goals toward greater independence. We hire hard-working, fun, outgoing, self-motivated, and responsible people to join our team and assist adults in obtaining and maintaining meaningful community employment.

The Job Coach guides individuals through career interests, offers on-the-job training, and collaborates with employers and support teams to build lasting employment opportunities.