Job Coach Supported EmploymentDBHDD

Cherished Hearts Private Home Care, LLC; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Signing bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Cherished Hearts Private Home Care, LLC in Fayetteville seeks an energetic and experienced Coach to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in securing competitive employment. The role includes hands-on training, skill development, and promoting independence. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and experience in human services preferred. Benefits include a flexible schedule, training, and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, special education, or human services preferred.
• Knowledge of DBHDD standards and Supported Employment Services preferred.
• Ability to work independently in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site job coaching and training to individuals.
• Support development of workplace skills.
• Monitor job performance and provide feedback.
• Communicate regularly with employers and team members.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Teaching skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Signing bonus
• Training & development

Job Summary

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Coach to join our team! The job coach supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in obtaining and maintaining competitive, integrated employment in the community. This role focuses on hands on training, skill development, and ongoing support to a job site to promote independence, confidence, and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site job coaching and training to individuals in community-based work settings
• Assist individual with learning job tasks through modeling, prompting, and positive guidance
• Support development of workplace skills such as communication, time management, problem solving and appropriate workplace behavior
• Ensure services align with each individual's Individual Service Plan (ISP) and employment goals
• Gradually reduce support as appropriate to encourage independence (fading techniques)
• Monitor job performance and provide constructive feedback and encouragement
• Communicate regularly with employers, families, and team members as appropriate
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with DBHDD standards (progress notes, data tracking, etc.)
• Assist with job retention strategies, including addressing barriers and reinforcing strengths
• Promote dignity, respect, and person-centered support at all times
• Follow all DBHDD, CARF and company policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (Associate's preferred, but not required)
• Expreience working with individuals with disabilities, special education, or human services preferred
• Knowledge of DBHDD standards and Supported Employment Services preferred
• Strong communication, patience, and teaching skills
• Ability to work independently in community settings