Job Coach - Employment Services
- Full-time
Company Description
At Dungarvin, our primary goal is to create a positive influence in the lives of the people we serve. We help individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions in a variety of programs with a focus on providing person-centered care. Where barriers exist, Dungarvin will provide services and supports to make a positive difference.
What’s In It For you:
- Personal fulfillment and a meaningful career.
- The opportunity to make a lasting difference in someone's life and contribute to community inclusion.
- Continuous learning and skill development.
- Varied experiences every day; no two days are the same.
Benefits & Perks:
- Hourly Rate: $21.60/hour
- Schedule: Full time
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for full-time employees
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Brand Discounts
- Tapcheck- early pay access
- Two weeks of paid training provided, followed by job shadowing.
Job Description
Do you have previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and want to take your skills to the next level? Becoming a Job Coach could be a great next step in your career!
As a Job Coach, you'll play a crucial role in supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their career journeys. Job Coaches provide on-site mentorship in the workplace, providing personalized one-on-one assistance tailored to each client’s needs. As a Job Coach you are also acting as a life coach, working with individuals on goals and skills to help them become not only more successful and independent at their jobs, but in their lives.
What You'll Do:
- Provide one-on-one training and education to caseload of individuals you support in their workplace; teach clients how to complete job tasks.
- Offer prompts, cues, and support to encourage skill development and independence.
- Monitor and report progress, challenges, and work performance.
- Help the individual set and achieve goals; assist in overcoming personal barriers.
- Help clients communicate with employers and co-workers in the workplace.
- Help develop positive social, work, and life skills.
- Communicate with clients to understand their interests, skills, abilities, goals, and support needs.
- Provide job search assistance and interview preparation if needed.
- Assess and develop resumes based on skills and strengths if needed.
- Ensure safety is always maintained in the work environment.
- Demonstrate positive work habits and practices
- Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their employment goals.
Qualifications
Must have:
- 6+ months of prior experience working as Job Coach OR 1+ year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Other requirements;
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- This is a driving position. In addition to travel between shift sites, this position requires transportation of individuals in staff’s personal vehicle to various employment sites within the Portland metro community. All mileage accrued while on shift is reimbursed. Valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record required.
- Evening and Weekend (Saturday) Availability Required
- Computer skills, including MS Office, email, and basic data entry.
- Candidates will be required to meet all Oregon State Department of Human Services requirements.
- Genuine passion for supporting others and a strong sense of advocacy.
- A flexible, motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently.
- Effective communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing).
- Demonstrates patience, compassion, and excellent interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
- Ability to adapt to various work settings; flexible to changing circumstances.
Additional Information
Day in the Life of a Job Coach - Dungarvin
Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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