Job Coach PT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

Strong team culture

Store discount

Retirement plan 6% after one year

Job summary

Goodwill of the Heartland is seeking a Job Coach in Muscatine, IA to support participants with barriers to independence. You will model work procedures, help participants develop goals, and coordinate community job placements.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, six months in a related field, and a reliable vehicle with a valid license. PTO, store discount, and retirement benefits are included after one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of experience in a related field; AA degree can substitute.
• Supervisory/training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to participants and model work procedures.
• Train and supervise participants; adapt training strategies to needs.
• Assist participants in developing goals and tasks.
• Travel between job sites; may transport participants.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Training experience

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree allowed substitution

Tools

Driver's license

Auto insurance

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.