What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Job Coach position at FUTURES COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES INC?
Job Details
Job Location: Towanda , PA
Salary Range: $17.00 Hourly
Description
| Part Time | Job Coach | Approx. 22-24 hrs. *needs to be willing to work ft hours |
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Job Description For: Job Coach
Reports To: Support Employment Manager
Classification: Part Time, Non-Exempt from overtime
Job Summary: Uses best practices and technology within a community- based employment setting to supervise and train people with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to perform specific job tasks, work routine, and personal life activities critical to employment success.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing potential employers.
- Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance.
- Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignments.
- Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers.
- Build a support network between individuals and community members.
- Communicate progress updates as needed to the employer, family, staff, and management.
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
- Report program status updates on a regular basis
- Cooperate with audits, inspections, and investigations.
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines.
- Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- CESP and ACRE certification preferred, training available upon hire.
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving support.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Salary : $17
