Job Coach: Empower Independence & Workplace Skills

Opportunity Works Connecticut Inc; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time off

Sick Time

Paid Training & Certifications

Health Insurance (EmployerContribution

Teladoc

Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with 3% Employer Match

11 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday

Life Insurance (Employer Paid)

Job summary

Opportunity Works Connecticut Inc. seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Job Coaches to empower adults with disabilities to live independently and work with confidence across home, community, and workplace settings.

Full-Time and Part-Time roles are available, offering paid training, benefits eligibility, and opportunities to develop essential life and job skills while supporting individuals to achieve meaningful goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Age 18 or older required.
• CT driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills required.
• Reliable and dependable; experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide job coaching and support to individuals in community work settings.
• Teach job tasks, workplace expectations, and communication skills.
• Monitor progress and maintain required documentation.
• Communicate with employers and support teams.
• Promote independence and help individuals maintain successful employment.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Opportunity Works Connecticut Inc. seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Job Coaches to empower adults with disabilities to live independently and work with confidence across home, community, and workplace settings.

Full-Time and Part-Time roles are available, offering paid training, benefits eligibility, and opportunities to develop essential life and job skills while supporting individuals to achieve meaningful goals.