Job Coach

JOB COACH
Springboro High School

SUMMARY: This position involves assisting individuals experiencing developmental disabilities in the acquisition of work maturity skills necessary to obtain employment and independently maintain employment in the community. Job coaches provide ongoing support to participants working in various employment sites within the community, as well as with job tasks within the school building. This support is individual based and centered around work related goals that focus on helping the consumer obtain the maximum level of independence within their job. Job coaches provide the support necessary to ensure success at future employment opportunities.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Consistently model appropriate work maturity skills and hold consumers to the same expectations
• Uphold standards of work contract at all times, which may include finding a substitute if the individual with disability leaves early or is absent.
• Provide services to participants without discrimination as to race, religion, sex, age or disabling condition.
• Monitor consumer’s work performance and provide feedback and prompts when needed.
• Provide proper documentation on all participant’s work performance as related to their IEP.
• Ensure safety is being maintained in the work environment at all times.
• Contact your direct supervisor with as much notice as possible if ill, or in the event of an emergency.
• Maintain and model positive, professional working relationships with consumers and other agency staff.
• Accept and integrate supervision. Includes but not limited to:
  • Following the program administrative staff instructions, directives, and IEP procedures. Monitoring case notes and monitoring checks.
  • Following supervisor instruction/directions regarding service provided to consumer as monitored by case notes and supervisor evaluations.
• Provide support to participants regardless of location by creating and maintaining an atmosphere that is welcoming, understanding, communicative, and supportive of the participants.
• Willing and able to substitute consumer service for other job coaches when needed.
• Through work performance evaluations, demonstrate a solid working knowledge of most frequently encountered disabilities of participants and the ability to provide specific, quality service for them.
• Willing and able to work with participants with incontinence and/or personal cares, in a respectful and professional manner when necessary.
• Operates equipment (e.g., copier, typewriter, computer, laminator, etc.)
• Participates, cooperates, and helps supervise emergency preparedness drills (e.g. tornado, fire, etc.)
• Uses positive guidance techniques to foster development of self- control, self- esteem, and positive social interactions.
• Assists students with handicap devices and equipment.
• Performs delegated nursing duties as directed by Registered Nurse according to Board Policy and DODD Policy and Guidelines.
• Carries out established behavioral plans as approved by the team.
• Maintains required certificates and licenses, including an Ohio Driver’s License and Van Certification
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
• Attends appropriate workshops and professional meetings.
• Performs duties in conformity to the adopted Board Policy.
• Displays professional appearance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Ohio Educational Aide Certificate (may be obtained after employment)
• Must possess valid Ohio driver’s license and able to be van certified.
• Must pass criminal background check

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Effective Date: 2025/2026
• Terms of Employment: One-year probationary contract.
• Hours of Work: 4 hours per day / 193 Day contract
• Salary and Benefits: Starting salary $18.01/hour and benefits as approved in the current negotiated agreement.