Part-time Community Employment Job Coach

Are you passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their employment goals and thrive in their communities? Mains’l has the privilege of offering person-centered individualized hourly support to our community and the people we support.

What does a Job Coach do?

As a Job Coach , you'll play a vital role in guiding individuals through their professional journeys, providing hands-on support as they learn new tasks and develop crucial workplace relationships. Your ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and adapt to diverse environments will be key as you help others navigate their roles, both in community internships and employment settings.

In this role, you'll not only coach individuals but also serve as a bridge between our organization and community business partners, fostering inclusive practices and ensuring successful employment experiences. Your strong interpersonal skills, coupled with your knack for problem-solving and time management, will empower you to make sound decisions on the ground.

We're looking for highly motivated individuals who understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries while offering compassionate support, ensuring that each person you work with feels respected and empowered to succeed.

Status: Part-time, 20 hours a week

Pay Rate: $19.25

Hours: Monday - Friday between 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

The job coach/mentor will be responsible for

• Providing guidance, support, and training to individuals while they perform their duties in their community internship or place of employment.
• Assist with resume writing, job search strategies, interview preparation, and on-the-job-training.
• Supporting individuals with learning and navigating professional boundaries and relationships.
• Supporting staff team members with job coach training.
• Acting as a liaison between community business partners and Mains’l by providing job coaching and inclusive community training.

The skills the specialist should have include

• Clear oral and written communication.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to identify, understand, or learn various learning styles and apply this to knowledge on an individual basis.
• Dependable/ time management skills to make sound decisions while out in the field.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills.
• Basic technology skills.
• Adaptable to various environments.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Pre-employment requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass a background check through the Department of Justice (DOJ).
• Safe and reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a driving record check.
• TB (Tuberculosis) Skin Test.

Benefits

Mains’l offers full benefits to Full-time staff including paid time off, paid sick time, paid holidays, health, dental, life and vision insurance, 401k, paid funeral leave, parental leave, 2 weeks of paid jury leave, and education assistance (tuition reimbursement).

Pay Scale:

Starting rate: $19.25 per hour

Maximum Pay Rate: $20.50 per hour based on years of experience at Mains'l.

Mains’l is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants.