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Portland, OR - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

    Do you have previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or Paraprofessional 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 youll play a crucial role in supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in their career journeys. Job Coaches provide onsite mentorship in the workplace providing personalized oneonone assistance tailored to each clients 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. 

    **Caseload for this role will be located in the Tigard/Beaverton/Hillsboro area**

    What Youll Do:

    • Provide oneonone 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 coworkers 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 staffs personal vehicle to various employment sites within the Portland metro community. All mileage accrued while on shift is reimbursed. Valid drivers 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 selfstarter 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 were working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.  

    #DORJ

    5/22


    Remote Work :

    No


    Employment Type :

    Fulltime

    Employment Type

    Full-time

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