Job Description

Do you have previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and want to take your skills to the next level? Becoming a Job Coach could be a great next step in your career!

As a Job Coach, you'll play a crucial role in supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their career journeys. Job Coaches provide on-site mentorship in the workplace, providing personalized one-on-one assistance tailored to each client’s needs. As a Job Coach you are also acting as a life coach, working with individuals on goals and skills to help them become not only more successful and independent at their jobs, but in their lives.

What You'll Do:

• Provide one-on-one training and education to caseload of individuals you support in their workplace; teach clients how to complete job tasks.
• Offer prompts, cues, and support to encourage skill development and independence.
• Monitor and report progress, challenges, and work performance.
• Help the individual set and achieve goals; assist in overcoming personal barriers.
• Help clients communicate with employers and co-workers in the workplace.
• Help develop positive social, work, and life skills.
• Communicate with clients to understand their interests, skills, abilities, goals, and support needs.
• Provide job search assistance and interview preparation if needed.
• Assess and develop resumes based on skills and strengths if needed.
• Ensure safety is always maintained in the work environment.
• Demonstrate positive work habits and practices
• Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their employment goals.

Qualifications

_ Must have:_

• 6+ months of prior experience working as Job Coach ** OR** 1+ year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities

Other requirements;

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• _ This is a driving position._ In addition to travel between shift sites, this position requires transportation of individuals in staff’s personal vehicle to various employment sites within the Portland metro community. All mileage accrued while on shift is reimbursed. Valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record required.
• Evening and Weekend (Saturday) Availability Required
• Computer skills, including MS Office, email, and basic data entry.
• Candidates will be required to meet all Oregon State Department of Human Services requirements.
• Genuine passion for supporting others and a strong sense of advocacy.
• A flexible, motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing).
• Demonstrates patience, compassion, and excellent interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to adapt to various work settings; flexible to changing circumstances.

Additional Information

Day in the Life of a Job Coach - Dungarvin

Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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