Job Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Job Coach is responsible for on-site job training, mentoring, coaching, and workplace assessment services for individuals in the community.  This position will serve LaPorte County and into Porter County overflow.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide coaching and training to actively working Vocational Rehab clients.
• Provide coaching and on-going training to clients receiving Extended Services through Waiver and Community Support budgets as outlined in their budgets.
• Assist with the development of natural supports at the worksite.
• Monitor and document client progress on struggles and successes to maintain established goals.
• Maintain necessary documentation, data and reports as required by CARF (Commission of Accreditation Rehabilitation Facilities) standards, funding sources and agency.
• Maintain necessary documentation daily, weekly, and monthly to adhere to department standards.
• Advocate for and pursue services appropriate to meet the individual needs of clients.
• Maintain the required productivity level at 85% client specific productivity hours weekly based on caseload of active job coaching and follow-along.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers, referral sources, clients, parents, co-workers, and others as appropriate.
• Become familiar with client specific information by attending client conferences and reading files prior to onset of coaching services, including but not limited to BSP (Behavior Support Plan) training. 
• Attend and participate in department, division, and agency meetings, and training required.
• Maintain awareness of local, state, and national trends that impact employment services.
• Demonstrate appropriate professionalism and be a role model for team members and clients.
• Assist and Provide Discovery Services as needed and assigned.
• Your caseload will likely require working in Porter, Lake, and surrounding counties as well as various shifts including nights and weekends. 
• All other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged sitting 
• Prolonged standing 
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Flexibility to ever-changing schedules and shifts.
• Strong ability to problem-solve.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 years' experience in related field preferred 
• Experience with developmentally disabled population preferred