JOB SUMMARY: This position involves assisting individuals experiencing developmental disabilities in the acquisition of independent living skills and work maturity skills necessary to obtain and retain employment. Job Coaches provide ongoing support and training to consumers working or volunteering at various sites within the tri-county areas. This support is individual-based and centered around work-related goals that focus on helping the consumer obtain the maximum level of independence within their job and living environment. Job Coaches provide the supports necessary to ensure success at each site and/or event.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Consistently model appropriate work maturity skills and hold consumers to the same expectations.
• Provide services to consumers without discrimination as to race, religion, sex, age, or disabling condition.
• Monitor consumer’s performance and provide feedback and prompts when needed.
• Provide proper documentation on all cleint’s performance.
• Always ensure safety in the work environment.
• Know and adhere to established agency policies, procedures, and regulations. (1)
• Maintain and model positive, professional working relationships with consumers, On My Own staff, and community partners.
• Attend required meetings and provide documentation of successful in-service training sessions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Interpersonal:
• Sensitive and mature individual who can relate well to adults with disabilities;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with community partners and consumer employers;
• Demonstrated warmth, insight, interest, and respect for persons with disabilities;
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm and efficient manner;
• Willingness to be a team player and work cooperatively with On My Own staff.
Education/Experience:
• Minimum 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or equivalent;
• Possess and maintain current CPR/1st Aid Certificate, or willing to obtain one within 30 days from date of hire;
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida’s driver’s license and insured vehicle that meets minimum State of Florida insurance requirements;
• Preferable bi-lingual in English and Spanish;
• Prefer one year experience delivering supported employment services or direct care services to individuals with disabilities.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The Job Coach may be required to work evenings and/or weekends.
Must be willing to travel to all areas of the three counties: Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.
Candidate will be subject to a background check that meets State of Florida requirements.
Job offer contingent of a successful completion of courses required by the Association for Persons with Disabilities (APD).
Reference : Job/Independent Living Coach jobs
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