Job Coach - Community Employment

Job Description

Job Description

Job Coach - Community EmploymentMCAR, Inc. - Hermitage, PA 1952, MCAR, Inc. has been the leading provider of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We promote human rights, provide residential services and create employment opportunities for those with disabilities. We are seeking dedicated Job Coach who want to help us continue to provide services that improve the quality of life for people with special needs in Mercer County.Job Responsibilities:*Provide direct supervision, in a variety of individual/staff rations that include, but are not limited to 1:1, 1:3, 1:6, 1:10 settings, depending upon location.*Adhere to Community Employment guidelines established by MCAR, Inc. and the Office of Developmental Programs(ODP) in providing direct supervision in 1:1 or 1:3 community settings.*Serve as an implementer for individual's goals per annual ISP.*Complete computer based charting as necessary.*Assist individuals with personal care needs, provide instruction, demonstrations, hands on trainings as needed, counts, records and monitor finished product for quality control.*Attend staff meetings.*Assist with arrival/departure logistics*Assist individuals during lunch and breaks times.Job Requirements:Thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma and one (1) year of work experience in industry or rehabilitation or a general education certificate, and one (1) year of work experience in industry or rehabilitation.Successful completion of ACRE approved required training within six (6) months of hireAbility to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific problems or disabilityAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with IndividualsBasic knowledge of developmental disabilities and its social and emotional impactKnowledge of basic skills pertaining to woodworking and constructionAbility to make sound judgement regarding the health and safety of persons with developmental disabilities and respond appropriately in emergency situations.Driver's License, Social Security Card and High School / GED diploma for pre-employment reviewOperational VehicleVehicle RegistrationVehicle InsurancePre-Employment Criminal Background, Physical Examination, TB Test, Drug-ScreenEssential FunctionsOperate car/van (handicap with lift)ComputerDolliesElectric Pallet Truck/Tow MotorScaleAssorted hand tools and various electric toolsEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERApplications now being accepted.MCAR, Inc.HR Department - Administration Building850 N. Hermitage RoadHermitage, PA 16148Job Type: Part-timePay: $16.80 per hour