Job Coach, On-Call
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Job Description
At Goodwill we are changing lives and communities through the power of work!
Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids is a dynamic organization committed to empowering individuals facing barriers to employment to achieve their full potential. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the workforce and lead fulfilling lives. As a leading provider of employment services we are dedicated to providing personalized support and guidance to individuals as they navigate their career journeys. This position pays $17.00/hour.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Job Coach - On Call to join our team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to:
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed
- Teach a diverse population utilizing different teaching techniques
- Build and maintain relationships with employers in the community
- Make and maintain employer contacts: introducing Goodwill services troubleshooting and recognizing immerging opportunities within the work environment
- Engage with diverse participants individually and in group settings
- Utilize computer for record keeping and data management
- Effectively communicate verbally and in written form
- Be a self-starter motivated willing to learn and provide quality services
- Provide own transportation to various sites in the community
- Goodwill is a values-driven organization where integrity respect innovation stewardship and excellence guide our decisions and actions. We believe that different experiences and perspectives make us stronger and help us better serve our community.
Duties:
- Assess individuals to determine their needs and identify goals
- Provide one-on-one coaching to address specific needs and goals at job site
- Assist individuals in developing job readiness skills and skills needed for the workplace
- Assist program participants in learning job responsibilities and acclimating to the work culture to retain long term employment and self-sufficiency
- Collaborate with others including with Supports Coordinator employer participants and Goodwill staff to provide comprehensive support
- Provide natural supports job coaching problem-solving jobsite visits and mentoring as needed
- Utilize participants Person-Centered Plan to set employment goals to be achieved
- Monitor participant progress and enter case notes into data base
- Develop individual accommodations as needed
Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please email
Requirements:
- Associates degree in education human services business or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education/experience preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with barriers to employment and/or disabilities preferred.
Employment Type
Gig
