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JOB COACH

 

QUALIFICATIONS:
A. 18 years of age or older.
B. One year experience in working with people with
developmental disabilities.
C. Other relevant work experience.
D. Current valid driver’s license, access to a licensed
vehicle, and proof of motor vehicle liability insurance.
SCOPE OF WORK:
The Job Coach position works directly with and supervises the consumer at competitive
job sites in the community. Friendship, Inc. follows the Personal Outcome Measures
set by The Council on Quality and Leadership in Supports for People with Disabilities. Each person employed in our company enhances the lives of the people served by
embracing these outcomes. Everyone’s supports are individualized for their needs and desires. This position is essential in achieving outcomes for people. Friendship, Inc. follows the Personal Outcome Measures set by The Council on Quality and Leadership in Supports for People with Disabilities. Each person employed in our company enhances the lives of the people served by embracing these outcomes. Everyones supports are individualized for their needs and desires. This position is essential in achieving outcomes for people. The person in this position is expected to complete

 

 
required documentation for the Supported Employment department in a timely manner, maintain an ongoing professional relationship with the personnel at the employment site, and advocate for the consumer. The person in this position is expected to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the mission of Friendship, Inc. by conducting one's self in a professional and respectful manner. The values of collaboration and confidentiality must be enthusiastically pursued. This position is expected to adhere to and, when appropriate, apply all of the policies and procedures of Friendship, Inc. A true commitment to the mission and Friendship’s Core Values should be further demonstrated by willing and active participation in meetings and training activities, by pursuing continuous quality improvement and by, from time to time, readily accepting other assignments and responsibilities as may be required.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Implement the Personal Outcome Measures.

1. Establishes a working knowledge of the outcomes.
2. Understands the seven different support areas.
3. Documents in the appropriate section in the chart
notes.

B. Provides the necessary training to the consumer
at the job site.

1. Develops job analysis and performs actual job tasks.
2. Develops and teaches the consumer specific job tasks following a task analysis.
3. Develops and implements a positive reinforcement program for the consumer.
4. Develops and implements a fading schedule of job coach intervention.
5. Advocates for the consumer with the employer and his/her co-workers.
6. Provides necessary transportation training for getting to and from work or transports
consumers as necessary.
7. Lifting and/or moving 50-100 pounds may be required.

C. Participates in the Individual Program Plan (IPP) process and
implements designated objectives.

1. Assists the supervisor/employment consultant with preparation for IPP team meetings.
2. Attends interdisciplinary team meetings of the consumers as requested.
3. Implements behavior intervention programs.
4. Completes all required documentation and report writing by the fifth of each month.
5. Communicates with other team members as needed.

D. Participates in departmental enhancement.

1. Attends department staff meetings.
2. Attends required inservices for professional development.
3. Identifies areas for improvement and makes recommendations.
4. Assists with the development of placement projections.
5. Assists with the development of a department improvement plan.
6. Assists with the development of public relations material.
7. Assists with speaking to businesses and professional groups
promoting Supported Employment.

Salary range: $12.54-13.14 per hour

 

 


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