Job Coach

Job Coach

No weekend, no holidays, no nights!!!

Pay $19.50 / hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm

People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

The Supported Employment Services Program is looking for a full-time Job Coach to provide employment supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. The Job Coach instructs their assigned individuals in the work skills and behaviors needed to complete and be successful in their job.

Essential Functions:

• Instruct assigned individuals in the work skills and behaviors needed to complete and be successful in the job.
• Ensure the quality of work being done meets the standards of the business.
• Maintain accurate daily production records for assigned individuals.
• Participate in ongoing training programs to improve skills.
• Participate in staff meetings.
• Participate in vocational assessment of assigned individuals.
• Participate in the development and implementation of training materials.
• Develop and implement job accommodations as needed.
• Participate in job development activities.
• Act as agency representative to contracting businesses.
• Escort, assist and/or transport individuals as needed.
• Substitute for co-workers vacations, sick and other planned/unplanned absences from work or other necessary staffing but not to exceed 40 hours per week unless otherwise approved by the supervisor.
• Support individuals in the exploration of landscaping and maintenance

Qualification:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to escort, assist and/or transport individuals.
• Ability to work with developmentally disabled people.
• Ability to communicate and work with others.
• Ability to follow directions.
• A qualifying criminal background check, driving record and a valid driver's license are also required.

Why join our team?

Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.

At People Incorporated, you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

Available Benefits:

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Wellness Activities and initiatives
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
• FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Center on Site
• Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
• Free Financial Planning/Analysis
• Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Professional Development:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Financial support with monthly student loan payments
• Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
• FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Degree Completion Incentive

People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b), FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online.

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People Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency's success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

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