Skills for Work-Employment Coach

VPI; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

VPI is seeking an on-site specialist to train clients in transition programs, adapt job tasks to client abilities, and supervise with a focus on independence and skill development. The role emphasizes clear communication with clients, employers, and coworkers, while ensuring continuity of training through brief task support when necessary.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Wisconsin driver's license, reliable transportation, and flexibility in hours to meet client

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with individuals with varying abilities preferred.
• Flexible hours to meet client and employer needs.
• Ability to cover client duties in their absence to ensure training continuity.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver's license and insurance.
• Reliable transportation to travel to workplaces.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work professionally with clients, employers, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site training to clients enrolled in transition programs.
• Modify jobs as needed to fit client abilities and workplace requirements.
• Provide supportive supervision to promote independence and skill development.
• Foster positive communication and relationships between clients and coworkers/employers.
• Serve as a positive role model with appropriate work behaviors and expectations.
• May perform client job tasks briefly to ensure continuity of training.
• Conduct on-site evaluations of client performance and provide feedback.
• Assist in maintaining records of client progress and employment outcomes.
• Arrange or provide transportation to employment sites as directed.
• Accept other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Client Support & Skill Development
1. Provides specific, on-site training to clients enrolled in transition programs.
2. Facilitates job modifications as needed to accommodate client abilities and workplace requirements.
3. Provides supportive supervision to clients while promoting independence and skill development.
4. Initiates and fosters positive communication and relationships between clients and their
coworkers/employers.
5. Serves as a positive role model for clients, demonstrating appropriate work behaviors and expectations.
6. May perform client job tasks for a short duration if the client is unable or unwilling, ensuring continuity of
work and training opportunities.
Performance Monitoring & Documentation
7. Conducts on-site evaluations of client performance and provides feedback to the Employment Specialist.
8. Assists in maintaining accurate records and documentation related to client progress and employment
outcomes.
9. Attends client service reviews, department, committee, and unit meetings as directed.
Transportation & Community Support
10. Arranges or provides transportation for clients to and from employment sites as directed.
11. Accepts other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required

Required

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Prior experience working with individuals with varying abilities.
• Flexibility in work hours to meet client and employer needs.
• Ability to perform the supported job in the absence of a client, ensuring continuity of training.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license and current insurance.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with clients, employers, and coworkers.

Preferred

• Experience in supported employment or vocational skills training.
• Knowledge of workplace accommodations and job modification strategies.
• Experience maintaining documentation and reporting on client progress.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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