Part-Time Community Services Coach & Outreach Specialist

Van Buren County Hospital Inc; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Van Buren County Hospital is seeking a Community Service Assistant to join our Community Services team. This part-time role blends employment coaching, outreach, and health support to benefit VBCH and the broader community.

The position involves coaching individuals, promoting nicotine-free policies, and supporting occupational health programs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong communication skills to work collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate individuals with diverse abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized employment coaching and workplace support for program participants.
• Support community outreach and tobacco-prevention initiatives through partnerships.
• Perform occupational health tasks including DOT/worksite testing and health paperwork.
• Assist with required training, meetings, and outreach activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Microsoft Office & documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Van Buren County Hospital is seeking a Community Service Assistant to join our Community Services team. This unique part-time position combines employment coaching, community outreach, and occupational health support to make a meaningful impact both within VBCH and throughout the community.

What You'll Do

Job Coaching & Workplace Support

• Provide individualized employment coaching and workplace support for individuals participating in the Job Opportunities program.
• Teach job-specific skills, workplace behaviors, and employer expectations.
• Help individuals identify employment goals, build workplace skills, and maintain successful community-based employment.
• Monitor progress and adapt coaching strategies to support long-term independence and employment success.

Community Outreach

• Support community tobacco-prevention initiatives through the Community Partnership Grant.
• Assist with the Youth Leadership Council at Van Buren County Community School.
• Work with community partners to promote and educate about nicotine-free policies.
• Participate in required community meetings, training, and outreach activities.

Occupational Health Support

• Perform DOT and worksite pre-employment, post-accident, random, and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
• Assist with the DOT consortium program.
• Perform audiograms and fit testing following required training and certification.
• Assist with worksite pre-employment and annual physical paperwork.
• Maintain required training and stay current with applicable occupational health requirements.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in vocational rehabilitation, employment services, education, healthcare, or community-based human services.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate individuals with diverse abilities.
• Strong organization, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with others.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.

Schedule

This position requires flexibility to support employment coaching, community activities, and worksite services based on program needs.