On-Site Job Coach for Students with Disabilities (Part-Time)

Workready-Texas; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

Work Ready in Athens, TX, seeks a part-time Job Coach to support high school students with disabilities at community-based Work Experience placements. The role involves on-site job task coaching, promoting independence, and guiding students in understanding workplace expectations.

The position emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and teamwork while interacting with partner employers and staff to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Criminal background check required.
• Completion of UNT WISE Job Skills Training (online certification).

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support to students during their work shifts.
• Teach and reinforce job skills needed for workplace success.
• Model appropriate professional behavior and communication.
• Support students in problem-solving and understanding workplace expectations.
• Communicate observations, progress, and concerns to Work Ready staff as needed.
• Assist in developing strategies, accommodations, or prompts to increase independence.
• Represent Work Ready professionally at employer partner locations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient and supportive

Team-oriented

Education

UNT WISE Job Skills Training (online certification)

Job description

Work Ready in Athens, TX, seeks a part-time Job Coach to support high school students with disabilities at community-based Work Experience placements. The role involves on-site job task coaching, promoting independence, and guiding students in understanding workplace expectations.

The position emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and teamwork while interacting with partner employers and staff to ensure student success.