Job Coaching (Colorado Springs)
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We are looking for Job Coaches to assist Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities obtain employment. A job coach assists with the application process, mock interviews as well as the interview process. The Job Coach is a mentor, an advocate and work side-by-side with clients to help them obtain employment and maintain employment. Job coaches help to enhance client's strengths and improve client's job skills. You will work with community employers to set-up work sites, obtain volunteers sites to do assessment and for hiring. Must be able to communicate with other agencies in the community. You will work side-by-side, Be an advocate with employers for adults with disabilities who need assistance in functioning in a workplace.
A job coach must be a mentor and a trainer eager to support clients on the job. Ability to recognize strengths and ability to problem solve. Must have good communication skills, ability to work independently, proactive partnered with critical thinking are prerequisites for this job.
Responsibilities
Develop effective job coaching and employment plans
Side-by-Side assistance
Communicate with clients to understand their goals and ambitions
Assist clients to discover and overcome their personal barriers and set goals
Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively
Guide clients in learning to complete job tasks
Help in the development of motivation and skills
Provide coaching in effective job search techniques
Assist people with disabilities in developing social and life skills
Advise on workplace accommodations for adults with disabilities
Monitor and evaluate progress of clients
Keep records and documentation and prepare appropriate reports
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Experience in working with adult with disabilities
Experience in developing employment plans
Ability to adhere to regulations and standards
Working knowledge of MS Office
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability
Respect to diversity
Ability to inspire and motivate
Provide Transportation when necessary
Have reliable transportation
Able to pass a background check
Able to pass a drug and alcohol test
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