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Job Coach

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Position: Job Coach

Program Assignment: Competitive Employment

Supervisor: Director of Competitive Employment Services

Job Summary: The Job Coach is responsible for implementing training programs for assigned employees, collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop Individual Program Plans (IPPs), and ensuring a safe, professional work environment.

Schedule: Full-time: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement individualized training programs aligned with IPPs.

  • Track progress through data sheets and employment assessments.

  • Provide feedback and suggest improvements to teaching strategies and goals.

  • Train and assist employees with personal hygiene and behavioral management.

  • Teach job skills and professionalism to employees.

  • Manage work distribution, quality control, and documentation.

  • Support employees in routine workplace activities and adherence to safety protocols.

  • Supervise participants and maintain a safe work environment according to OSHA and Abilis’ policies.

  • Ensure the security of job sites and proper care of agency vehicles.

  • Adhere to traffic safety procedures and keep vans clean and orderly.

  • Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, and agency committees.

  • Contribute to the growth and improvement of the Employment Services program.

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and the public.

  • Facilitate communication between job sites and employees, supporting fellow Job Coaches as needed.

  • Represent Abilis professionally and advocate for employees.

  • Be knowledgeable about participants' special diets, medications, behavior plans, and seizure disorders.

  • Implement interventions and complete seizure reports as required.

Essential Functions:

  • Communicate effectively with participants.

  • Hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under agency policies.

  • Safely operate agency vehicles and perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

  • Respond to emergencies and maintain necessary CPR certification.

  • Stay current with required training and certifications.

  • Provide direct supervision and safely use adaptive equipment.

  • Implement program goals and manage participant behaviors.

  • Physically access various program locations.