Job Summary:

We are looking for a competent job coach to help people enhance their strengths and improve their job skills.  You may work with professionals who want guidance for career development or people with disabilities who need assistance in functioning in a workplace environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop effective job coaching and employment plans
• Communicate with clients to understand their goals and ambitions
• Assist clients to discover and overcome their personal barriers and set goals.
• Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively.
• Guide-clients in learning to complete job task.
• Help in the development of motivation and skills.
• Provide coaching in effective job search techniques.
• Assist people with disabilities in development social and life skills.
• Advise on workspace accommodations for people with disabilities.
• Monitor and evaluate progress of clients.
• Keep records and documentation and prepare appropriate reports.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Job coach.
• Experience in working with people with disabilities is a plus
• Experience in developing employment plans
• Ability to adhere to regulations and standards
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving abilities
• Respect to diversity 
• Ability to diversify.
• High school diploma.
• Secondary education in social studies or relevant field is a plus
• Valid drivers license 
• Current vehicle Registrations and Insurance.
• ACRE Certification or obtain certification within six months of being hired
• Act 34 Clearance