Job Coach - IDD Services (Full-Time)

Community Options, Inc.; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Job Coach to train and supervise individuals with developmental disabilities, enabling them to perform tasks and routines essential for employment.

The role involves work across residential locations and may require travel within the area. The starting pay is $16.00 per hour, with duties including job task analysis, direct coaching, and progress reporting to families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Two years' full-time work experience in employment or related field.

Responsibilities

• Teach individuals independent job skills and analyze job tasks using task analysis.
• Work side-by-side with individuals at the job site to break requirements into teachable steps.
• Build a support network between the individual and community members.
• Communicate progress to the employer, family, residential staff and professionals.
• Accurately complete all documentation.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are now hiring a Job Coach in Knoxville, TN. The Job Coach uses best practices and technology within a community-based employment setting. The Job Coach will supervise and train individuals with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the skills needed to perform specific tasks, work routines, and personal life activities that are critical to successful employment. This role will also work hours in the various residential locations.

Starting Pay is $16.00 /per hour

Responsibilities

• Teach individuals independent job skills, requirements utilizing job task analysis, job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
• Work side-by-side with individuals at the job site, analyzing the job requirements and breaking it into manageable components that can be taught to the individual
• Build a support network between the individual and community members
• Communicate individual's progress to the employer and support people, including family, residential staff, and other professionals
• Accurately complete all documentation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years' full-time work experience in employment or related field
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
• Ability to analyze a job and break it into manageable components
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in a crisis situation
• Ability to present ideas and factual data in a clear concise manner
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals
• Ability to read and write English
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays - Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.