Job Coach - Pearl Buck Center

POSITION SUMMARY:

Job coaching involves mentoring individuals with a variety of abilities in a community employment setting. The job provides some flexibility in hours worked, variation in routine based on different job sites and a high level of satisfaction in seeing clients develop under your guidance. Job Coaches may also be cross-trained to work with clients in non-work settings, providing supports for outings and activities. This position is full time, 12PM-9PM Wednesday-Sunday.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Orient, train, and supervise clients to perform community jobs to the specifications of employers and within the guidelines of the Individual Support Plan
• Train clients in other vocational support skills as related to the job such as mobility, work schedule, clock use, appropriate attire, orienting skills and social interactions
• Develop task analysis for each client's job as necessary
• Provide support with communication & training between the client and business staff
• Assist clients in obtaining required permits; i.e., driver's license, food handler's card

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with Job Development team as needed to ensure ongoing success in placement
• Maintain contact with residential providers, funding sources, and other agencies concerning vocational activities
• Maintain and facilitate on-going communications and consultation with employers, supervisors, and co-workers
• Maintain all necessary on-the-job records and record daily data entries into appropriate record keeping systems
• Cross training in other areas as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Dependable transportation; valid Oregon driver's license with driving record sufficient to qualify to drive agency vehicles
• Ability to pass an Oregon Department of Human Services background check
• Experience working in a vocational setting
• Experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred but not required