COMMUNITY JOB COACH- Part Time
COMMUNITY JOB COACH- Part Time
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Community Job Coach Salem OR
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Garten is excited to offer an opportunity to join our hardworking and missiondriven team as a Community Job Coach. As a notforprofit organization focused on hiring people with disabilities we are dedicated to providing highquality services that make a meaningful impact in the community. For over 55 years we have operated with a strong commitment to excellence adapting and growing through changing times. This role provides the chance to contribute to a wellestablished organization that values dedication innovation and service.
General Position Summary:
Provides onthejob transition and retention supports to program participants in various community work settings. Assists in the disability awareness education of community employers. Assists community employers in the identification and development of natural supports within their businesses.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Positive role model for program participants.
- Provides handson support to the individual based on their specific needs while they are working or engaging in preemployment services.
- Provides ongoing support to the individual as they are developing natural supports while they are working at job retention and skills building. This includes supporting them in community growth opportunities.
- Educates and supports the employer as they become more knowledgeable about necessary accommodations.
- Assists community employers in the identification and development of natural supports to meet the needs of the individual.
- Provides the necessary handson support at the community work experience or placement site to ensure a positive outcome for the employer individual and referral source.
- Maintains effective communication with the individual employer referral source and designated Garten staff.
- Effectively performs all required daily documentation and record keeping in a timely manner.
Secondary Functions:
- Attends meetings with employers and referral sources as requested.
- Participates in meetings and on teams/committees as assigned.
- Provides assistance and personal care to individuals in use of restroom and in cleanup.
- Provides input on ways Garten can create integrated employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Specific Job Skills Required:
- Excellent communication customer service negotiation and interpersonal skills with sign language skills desirable.
- Ability to conduct assessment instruments and identify natural supports and eliminate barriers.
- Ability to train/instruct diverse workforce.
- Ability to model good work practices.
- Ability to read write speak and understand English.
- Skills in judgment decisionmaking and balancing multiple priorities.
- Ability to actively participate in team development and teamoriented processes.
- Physical and mental ability to operate a calculator and computer hardware/software.
- Valid drivers license acceptable driving record and proof of current vehicle insurance.
- Physical ability to stand walk twist bend kneel grasp handle (including repetitive motion of shoulders/wrists/hands) reach kneel occasionally during normal workday.
- Physical ability to occasionally push/pull/lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
- Physical ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification as required.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed based on established availability.
Education and/or Experience:
- Minimum of one 1 year experience working with/providing training to individuals with disabilities with preference given to those with prior experience in community settings.
- An Associates Degree/equivalent training specializing in rehabilitation social work communication or related field may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
Perks Include:
- FREE Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance
- FREE Dental Insurance
- FREE Vision Insurance
- FREE Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Garten Retirement Plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays and one paid floating holiday
Statement for all Job Postings:
Garten believes in fostering a workplace that recognizes talent encourages innovation and celebrates achievement. We are proud to focus on hiring people with disabilities. We also strive to ensure a welcoming and fair process for all qualified applicants. Our mission is to empower every employee to succeed and contribute to our organizations achievements. If you need assistance or accommodations during the job application or interview process please contact our Recruitment team at.
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