Job Coach PT

Goodwill of the Heartland; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Retirement package

Generous benefits

Job summary

Goodwill of the Heartland is hiring a Job Coach to support participants with barriers to independence in community job placements. You will train, supervise, and model work procedures, helping participants build goals and execute tasks across various sites.

The role requires direct client support, with travel between job sites and flexible evening/weekend hours. A starting wage of $16.78 per hour is offered, with competitive benefits after one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months in related field experience required (e.g., customer service, clerical, sales, etc.). AA degree can substitute for experience.
• Supervisory/training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to clients with barriers to independence.
• Train, supervise, and model work procedures for participants.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) optional

Job description

If you are a person who enjoys supporting people with barriers to independence in their community jobs, Goodwill of the Heartland’s Job Coach position might be a good fit for you! This job offers the opportunity to aid persons with disabilities or barriers to independence in the workforce! If you have an interest in advocacy for our amazing mission, consider applying for this position!The Job Coach position requires direct support for our clients, with the opportunity to train, supervise, and model work procedures. Participants are placed in community jobs through Goodwill programs, and this position aids in teaching basic work habits and attitudes, while helping our participants develop their goals and implement assigned tasks. Job Coaches adapt training strategies to fit the changing work environment and participant needs day-to-day. This position may provide transportation to program participants in a company or personal vehicle.Goodwill has great benefits!Competitive PTOStrong team cultureGenerous store discountRetirement package with up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year.Position requirements:High school diploma or equivalent is requiredSix months of experience in a related field is required (e.g., customer service, custodial, sales, clerical, training, etc.). An AA degree can be substituted for the required experience. Supervisory/training experience preferred.Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license and auto insuranceSuccessful completion of background checks: criminal, motor vehicle record, and dependent adult and child abuse.The schedule will allow flexibility for good work/life balance with a varying schedule that will include a combination of evening and weekend hours. Some daytime hours are possible, depending on availability. Travel between job sites is required.The Job Coach position has a starting wage of $16.78 per hour. Apply online only at www.workatgoodwill.com.