Job Coach, Supported Employment Program

Join the BuildAbility Team as a Job Coach

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk Currently were on the lookout for Job Coaches to lend support to participants in our Supported Employment Program.

Why work with us:

• Meaningful Mission:Be a part of a team thats transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment:Join an organization that values diversity anti-racism and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $18.00 - $21.00/hour along with a generous benefits package.
• If our values align with yours then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

Our Supported Employment Program:

• This is a program that helps individuals find a job and develop the skills needed to be successful in that job.
• A job coach will provide support and training to help individuals learn how to complete job tasks and understand the companys policies and procedures.

As a Job Coach you will be responsible for:

• Assisting individuals at their workplace to complete tasks successfully.
• Helping individuals adjust to the workplace culture and understand the workplace policies.
• Providing hands-on training observation and evaluation of the individuals work tasks to help them improve.
• Developing a relationship with workplace supervisors to gain feedback on the individuals performance and to help create a workplace environment that will maximize the individuals success.
• Using BuildAbilitys digital program to log the individuals progress and performance.

Schedule:

• Part-time (20 - 25 hours)
• Variable schedule: mornings to evenings
• Hours assigned are subject to change weekly based on availability

Work Location:

• Traveling position
• Primarily based in Los Angeles with occasional travel to the San Fernando Valley region

Compensation:

• Starting at $18.00- $21.00/hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time (56 hours)
• Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Opportunity for Career Advancement

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must pass a DOJ Live Scan fingerprinting background clearance.
• Valid California Drivers License reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.
• Willing to travel: 75% - 100%.
• Optimistic attitude and ability to give encouraging verbal feedback regularly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities their family members employers and others in a positive and constructive manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluent in Spanish.
• Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities. If you dont have experience we will provide on-the-job training. Some of our best staff did not have experience prior to being hired at BuildAbility!