Supported Employment Job Coach Specialist
This is an on-site position in Colorado Springs, CO.
As a Supported Employment Job Coach Specialist, you will play a vital role in assisting clients with developmental disabilities as they pursue and maintain employment. You'll work closely with clients to assess their strengths, create individualized employment plans, and offer hands-on guidance in job tasks and social interactions. The ideal candidate is compassionate, patient, and skilled in empowering others to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop personalized employment plans for clients based on their unique strengths, goals, and ambitions.
Work side-by-side with clients on-site to teach job tasks and help them develop necessary skills.
Communicate with clients regularly about their career goals, aspirations, and personal barriers, providing support to help them overcome challenges.
Assess clients' strengths and guide them in using these effectively within the workplace.
Assist with social skill-building and life skills to ensure successful workplace integration.
Advise clients and employers on appropriate workplace accommodations to support clients' needs.
Keep accurate records of client progress and prepare detailed reports to document achievements and areas of development
Required:
Associate degree or higher (or currently pursuing a degree).
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with skills in creating and editing documents, including resumes.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to read and write proficiently.
Internet-savvy and able to utilize online resources to support client needs.
Patience, empathy, and a collaborative mindset, with a commitment to client success and team goals.
Dependable and consistent in attendance and task follow-through.
Ability to adhere to company standards and relevant regulations in a professional setting.
Must be able to pass a drug test (to include marijuana).
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance are necessary.