Witco is currently seeking full-time or part-time job coaches in Ada County

Witco is a not-for-profit human services agency proving services persons with disabilities since 1974.

Job Coaches provide on-the-job coaching and support to people with disabilities working at their job site in the community. Serves as an instructor, mentor, and advocate for individuals on assigned caseload.

Essential Job Functions:

Assure all services contained in person centered plan are provided either directly or in coordination with other Support Professionals.

• Provide work and employment training services training to people who are cognitively, behaviorally and/or physically disabled.
• Provide or arrange transportation as required.
• Monitor progress towards goals, collect data on all services provided, evaluate results, make recommendations.
• Complete documentation and maintain accurate records, prepare reports as required.
• Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively.
• Teach job skills to the employee and guide in learning to complete job tasks.
• Assist the employee with soft skills such as social skills and communication in the workplace.
• Counsel employee on fine-tuning work habits/skills to maintain employment.
• Help the employee stay motivated through difficult times.
• Encourage the development of self-esteem and independence.
• Work with the employer to identify their needs and workplace goals, and the employee's role in them.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

Must complete an obtain clearance for Criminal History, with fingerprinting, employment references, and pre-hire drug screen required.