WFS Job Coach

Location

Lewiston, ID | United States

Job description

Closes: 3/24/24 - Lewiston, ID - Part-time/Hourly

Wage: $16.00 p/h

Employment Benefits:

This is a part-time position (about 20-29 hrs/wk). Background - no crimes against another person or arson. Valid DL req'd.

NOTE: Please apply early, as this job posting is subject to removal before the deadline if sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Thank you.

Summary:
Position will provide and support participant assessment, training, coaching, and job readiness services. Supervise and/or provide direct employment services to both funded and un-funded program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages. Experience working with persons with disabilities/disadvantages preferred. Must pass background check, have flexible schedule, reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and proof of personal auto insurance.

Education and/or Experience :
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Assist with screening of referrals for appropriate program and service options, as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, referral agencies, and all team members.
• Ensure all paperwork and related activities are current, accurate, in compliance and timely. Includes case notes, service reports, and time studies (if applicable).
• Provide hands on training, direct supervision, and support to participants at a variety of work locations.
• Gather accurate data needed to fulfill reporting requirements, to include work behaviors and productivity.
• Make recommendations to supervisory staff on necessary changes in policy or management style.
• Assist with orientation of new referrals.
• Assist participants in achieving the highest level of independent functioning while receiving services.
• Thoroughly review intake, service plan, and supporting documentation for each participant. Assist with developing said items, as requested.
• Perform job and task analysis.
• Monitor and record participant progress to ensure goals and objectives are met.
• Stay informed of current wage trends and job coaching techniques.
• Explain and demonstrate tasks according to employer expectations. Work with participants on a variety of tasks to ensure individual understands job duties, and tasks are achievable.
• Ability to perform all work tasks supervised. May work a variety of shifts and locations, including weekends and evenings, depending upon assignment.
• Provide services in accordance with all policies, procedures, and directives of Goodwill Industries; CARF standards; and principles of safety while protecting both personnel and property.
• Work with staff to develop, monitor, and resolve skills training, vocational, or behavioral issues.
• Assist with providing and recommending job accommodations, to include assistive technology needs.
• Provide support to participant to assist in achieving all vocational and non-vocational goals.
• Model and train appropriate work behaviors and interpersonal skills.
• Provide training using multiple methods, to reach all learning styles.
• A ssist in developing natural supports for participants.
• Maintain agency confidentiality. Violation of confidentiality is cause for immediate dismissal.
• Comply with all health, safety and fire standards and all local, state and federal regulations (WISHA & OSHA).
• Other duties as assigned

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Salary

$16 per hour