At Dungarvin, you have the ability to make someone's life better! Embrace the opportunity to change someone's life by assisting people with disabilities. We are committed to our mission of "Respecting and Responding to the Choices of People in Need of Supports". Because each individual we support is unique, we strive to provide services that are tailored to each person's own hopes, dreams, goals and needs.

Job Coaches provide ongoing support to individuals working at various employment sites within the community. You would be providing the necessary supports at the individual’s place of employment to ensure success. This support is individual-based and centered around work-related goals that focus on helping the individual obtain the maximum level of independence within their job. This role will also be responsible for developing connections within the community through job development. If you love meeting new people, helping individuals reach their goals and if you are passionate about providing supports, you will enjoy this position!

Please note that this position will be working with individuals that communicate using American Sign Language (ASL).  

• Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Braille experience preferred
• High School Diploma or GED certificate
• Associate's Degree in Human Services or Social Studies. An equivalent combination of education, experience, and abilities is also acceptable
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid and current Driver's License
• Pass a criminal background check and DMV driving record check
• Ability to lift 50-100 lbs regularly
• Reliable transportation
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer and writing/documentation skills
• Previous Job Coach, Skills Training, or Direct Care experience preferred

Dungarvin Job Coach compensation starts at $15.61/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Consistently model appropriate skills and hold persons served to the same expectations
• Monitor consumer's work performance and provide feedback and prompts when needed
• Report and document challenges, work performance and progress of person served to the supervisor
• Establishing relationships with local businesses in an effort to secure employment
• Ensure safety is being maintained in the work environment at all times
• Help persons served seek and obtain new employment opportunities by analyzing their interests
• Look for and research new and challenging career opportunities in the industry for persons served
• Assist the job seekers in increasing their knowledge in a particular field and help them to focus on the current requirements for their employers
• Provide interview assistance to persons served
• Attend required meetings and in-service training sessions
• Be willing and able to provide support in personal cares of persons served if necessary (assisting with changing, bathroom, hygiene cares, etc.)
• Know and adhere to all company policies and procedures for Dungarvin and the individual’s place of employment

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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