Job Coach for Disability Employment & Training

Universal Mental Health Services; Morganton (NC); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Teladoc / Telehealth

401(k) with company match

Zusammenfassung

Universal Mental Health Services is seeking a Job Coach to support people with disabilities in Burke County and surrounding areas. You will provide job coaching, on-the-job training, and tailored support to help individuals reach employment goals.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication, organization, and building relationships with individuals, employers, and teams to enable successful outcomes in the community.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Previous job coaching or supported employment experience preferred.
• Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; some evenings, nights and weekends may be required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Aufgaben

• Work one-on-one with individuals to identify vocational interests, skills, and employment goals.
• Assist with resume development, job searching, applications, interviewing, and job placement.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching to help individuals learn job duties and succeed in the workplace.
• Support individuals in matching employment opportunities with their strengths, abilities, and interests.
• Develop and implement individualized employment and training plans.
• Help individuals identify and overcome barriers to employment.
• Build relationships with local businesses and employers to support job development efforts.
• Advocate for reasonable workplace accommodations when needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete required reports in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with team members, families, and employers to support successful outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Degree in human services or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Universal Mental Health Services is seeking a Job Coach to support people with disabilities in Burke County and surrounding areas. You will provide job coaching, on-the-job training, and tailored support to help individuals reach employment goals.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication, organization, and building relationships with individuals, employers, and teams to enable successful outcomes in the community.