Job Coach (Wilkes-Barre)

Reaching Beyond Limits; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Ability to advance within the company

Job summary

A Job Coach at Reaching Beyond Limits provides individualized support to individuals with intellectual and learning disabilities to help them achieve meaningful employment. The role involves collaborating with employers to foster inclusive work environments, on-site training, and advocating for accommodations when needed.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, offering constructive feedback, and promoting independence and self-sufficiency to help clients reach their employment goals.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or ASD
• Valid Driver's License and Car Insurance

Responsibilities

• Assess the professional strengths and weaknesses of individuals on the job
• Plan and implement a job coaching strategy with multiple individuals
• Discover what motivates individuals and assist them in utilizing that motivation in the workplace
• Assist individuals in learning and excelling in their job functions
• Plan and implement tools for individuals to succeed at work

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Creativity

Empowerment advocacy

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Summary:

A Job Coach is responsible for providing individualized support and guidance to individuals with intellectual and learning disabilities to help them achieve and maintain meaningful employment. The Job Coach will collaborate with employers to foster an inclusive work environment, provide on-site training and support, and advocate for accommodations when necessary. Additionally, they will monitor progress, offer constructive feedback, and ensure clients achieve their employment goals while promoting independence and self-sufficiency.This role requires strong communication, patience, creativity, and a genuine commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities to thrive in the workforce.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 2 years' experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or ASD
• Valid Driver's License and Car Insurance

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via email
• Ability to lift or carry typically up to 20 pounds
• Visual and auditory ability to read documents, observe client behavior, and engage in conversations

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed in community locations and employer sites
• May involve exposure to various work environments, including industrial, retail, or service settings, depending on client placement
• Interaction with clients, employers, and community partners may require sensitivity, adaptability, and occasional conflict resolution

Essential Job Functions:

• Assess the professional strengths and weaknesses of individuals on the job
• Plan and implement a job coaching strategy with multiple individuals
• Discover what motivates individuals and assist them in utilizing that motivation in the workplace
• Assist individuals in learning and excelling in their job functions
• Plan and implement tools for individuals to succeed at work

Other Miscellaneous Duties & Functions:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective and succinct written documentation
• Strong time-management
• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills
• Ability to stay organized when dealing with multiple employees simultaneously
• Upbeat, motivational attitude
• Experience with Google Suite is a plus

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Benefits:

• 401K Matching
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Schedules
• Ability to advance within the company

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reaching Beyond Limits, Inc. and all its entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.