Job Coach - FT

If you are a person who enjoys supporting people with barriers to independence in their community jobs, Goodwill of the Heartlands Job Coach position might be a good fit for you! This job offers the opportunity to aid persons with disabilities or barriers to independence in the workforce! If you have an interest in advocacy for our amazing mission, consider applying for this position!

The Job Coach position requires direct support for our clients, with the opportunity to train, supervise, and model work procedures. Participants are placed in community jobs through Goodwill programs, and this position aids in teaching basic work habits and attitudes, while helping our participants develop their goals and implement assigned tasks. Job Coaches adapt training strategies to fit the changing work environment and participant needs day-to-day. This position may provide transportation to program participants in a company or personal vehicle.

Goodwill has great benefits!

• Competitive PTO

• Strong team culture

• Generous store discount

• Retirement package with up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year.

• Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Position requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required

• Six months of experience in a related field is required (e.g., customer service, custodial, sales, clerical, training, etc.). An AA degree can be substituted for the required experience. Supervisory/training experience preferred.

• Reliable vehicle, valid Iowa driver's license and auto insurance

• Successful completion of background checks: criminal, motor vehicle record, and dependent adult and child abuse.

The schedule will allow flexibility for good work/life balance with a varying schedule that will include a combination of evening and weekend hours. Some daytime hours are possible, depending on availability. Travel between job sites is required.

The Job Coach position has a starting wage of $16.61 per hour. Apply online only at www.workatgoodwill.com.