As a Job Coach, you'll play a crucial role in supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their career journeys. Job Coaches provide on-site mentorship in the workplace, providing personalized one-on-one assistance tailored to each client’s needs. As a Job Coach you are also acting as a life coach, working with individuals on goals and skills to help them become not only more successful and independent at their jobs, but in their lives.
This is a part-time role - 20 hours/week - must be available to work both Saturdays and Sundays
What You'll Do:
- Provide one-on-one training and education to caseload of individuals you support in their workplace; teach clients how to complete job tasks.
- Offer prompts, cues, and support to encourage skill development and independence.
- Monitor and report progress, challenges, and work performance.
- Help the individual set and achieve goals; assist in overcoming personal barriers.
- Help clients communicate with employers and co-workers in the workplace.
- Help develop positive social, work, and life skills.
- Communicate with clients to understand their interests, skills, abilities, goals, and support needs.
- Provide job search assistance and interview preparation if needed.
- Assess and develop resumes based on skills and strengths if needed.
- Ensure safety is always maintained in the work environment.
- Demonstrate positive work habits and practices
- Assist with personal cares and mobility support as needed
- Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their employment goals.
What’s In It For you:
- Personal fulfillment and a meaningful career.
- The opportunity to make a lasting difference in someone's life and contribute to community inclusion.
- Continuous learning and skill development.
- Varied experiences every day; no two days are the same.
Must have Experience:
- 6+ months of prior experience working as Job Coach OR 1+ year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Other requirements;
- This is a driving position. In addition to travel between shift sites, this position may require transportation of individuals in staff’s personal vehicle to various employment sites within the Portland metro community. All mileage accrued while on shift is reimbursed. Valid driver’s license and vehicle are required.
- Must have availability to work both day and evening shifts
- Must be available both days of the weekend
- Computer skills, including MS Office, email, and basic data entry.
- Candidates will be required to meet all Oregon State Department of Human Services requirements.
- Genuine passion for supporting others and a strong sense of advocacy.
- A flexible, motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently.
- Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
- Demonstrates patience, compassion, and excellent interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
- Ability to adapt to various work settings; flexible to changing circumstances.
- Must be able to attend two weeks of paid in-house training
Day in the Life of a Job Coach - Dungarvin
We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.
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