Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County is Hiring a Job Coach Near Fort Worth, TX
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: •Ensures that all program participants are present and accounted for during scheduled periods of work or instruction and are performing all tasks in a safe manner; is conscious of their health and safety at all times. •Exhibits a friendly demeanor, establishes rapport with program participants and acts as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, etc. •Supervises and supports program participants while they are learning and practicing skills at Urban Village Family Services sites, in the community, including at the job site or place of residence. •Serves as a model to the community concerning the respectful treatment of individuals with disabilities. •Collaborates effectively with employers and other community partners to ensure that partner expectations and agreements are met. Take appropriate corrective action when needed. •Responsible for developing and teaching a comprehensive meaningful curriculum and providing support and instruction focused on an Individual Service Plan and the funding agencies Individual Program Plan. Curriculum includes but is not limited to, vocational and pre-vocational skills, community skills, money. management, housing, and communication. •Assists and/or develops the Individual Service Plan with the program participant's input and assistance. Implements the ISP and provides written progress reports. Completes all paperwork in the time frame. required. •Assesses program participant skills on a daily and weekly basis. Prepares written progress reports. Utilizes Person Centered approach and tools. •May be called upon to perform or assist in performing time studies for program participants. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with students in grades 5-12 in recreational, educational and/or community youth. outreach settings: physical ability to lead and participate in structured activities; Familiarity with quality. criteria for after school programs. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with School District staff, parents and community leaders. Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate sensitivity to others as well as respond to critical. incidents and act swiftly in an emergency situation. CPR and First Aid Certifications. Must be 18 years of age and a high school graduate or GED. FBI and DOJ Live Scan Clearance required. DMV H6 printout (upon request, depending on role description) and Insurance (if driving is necessary)