Job Coach - Full Time

Progressive Directions, Inc.; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Flexible PRN opportunities

Community-based work

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Supportive leadership

Advancement opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) is hiring compassionate, dependable Job Coaches for the Employment and Community First CHOICES program in Buchanan, Tennessee.

You will work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to pursue and maintain community employment, providing hands-on support to foster independence and confidence. Applicants should be at least 18, have strong communication skills, and be able to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age and able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in employment services, job coaching, education, caregiving, or disability services is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication, patience, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.
• Reliable transportation and current automobile insurance.
• Ability to complete required background checks and drug screening.
• Flexibility to work different days and hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized coaching at community-based job sites.
• Help people learn job duties, routines, and employer expectations.
• Model appropriate workplace behavior, attendance, and professionalism.
• Encourage independence and reduce support as skills improve.
• Identify and address barriers to workplace success.
• Communicate professionally with employers, families, and management.
• Support development of positive relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
• Assist with transportation or travel training as assigned.
• Complete required service documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow individualized plans, employment goals, and support strategies.
• Protect rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of the people supported.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Documentation

Patience & empathy

Reading & writing (English)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Help Someone Succeed at Work

Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) is hiring compassionate, dependable, and encouraging Full- time Job Coaches for our Employment and Community First CHOICES program in Buchanan, Tennessee.

As a Job Coach, you will work directly with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they pursue and maintain employment in their communities. You will provide individualized, hands-on support while encouraging independence, confidence, and long-term workplace success.

Because employment schedules may vary, flexibility to work different days and hours is important.

What You'll Do

• Provide individualized coaching and support at community-based job sites
• Help people learn job duties, workplace routines, and employer expectations
• Model appropriate workplace behavior, communication, attendance, and professionalism
• Encourage independence and gradually reduce support as skills and confidence improve
• Help identify and address barriers that may affect workplace success
• Communicate professionally with employers, supervisors, families, and PDI management
• Support people in developing positive relationships with coworkers and supervisors
• Assist with transportation or travel training, as assigned
• Complete required service documentation accurately and on time
• Follow each person’s individualized plan, employment goals, and support strategies
• Protect the rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of the people supported

Why Join PDI?

• Paid Training
• Flexible PRN opportunities
• Community-based work
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meaningful work that helps people reach their employment goals

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in employment services, job coaching, education, caregiving, or disability services is helpful but not required
• Strong communication, patience, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in community employment settings
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and complete documentation in English
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation and current automobile insurance
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks and drug screening
• Dependable attendance and flexibility to work as needed
• Ability to work at least one shift per pay period
• A genuine commitment to helping people achieve greater independence and employment success

PDI provides required paid training.

Progressive Directions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable law.