Job Information
Pearl Buck Center Incorporated Job Coach in Eugene, Oregon
15.75-18.38 per hour Biweekly | Closes 27-Oct-2024 (PST) | 3690 West 1st Avenue, Eugene, OR, USA | Hourly | Adult & Community Services | Full Time | All: PTO, Holiday Pay, Gym Membership, EAP, Paid Training, Reimbursements. Full Time: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Job coaching involves mentoring individuals with a variety of abilities in a community employment setting. The job provides some flexibility in hours worked, variation in routine based on different job sites and a high level of satisfaction in seeing clients develop under your guidance. Job Coaches may also be cross-trained to work with clients in non-work settings, providing supports for outings and activities. This position is full time, 12PM-9PM Wednesday-Sunday.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Orient, train, and supervise clients to perform community jobs to the specifications of employers and within the guidelines of the Individual Support Plan
Train clients in other vocational support skills as related to the job such as mobility, work schedule, clock use, appropriate attire, orienting skills and social interactions
Develop task analysis for each client's job as necessary
Provide support with communication & training between the client and business staff
Assist clients in obtaining required permits; i.e., driver's license, food handler's card
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate with Job Development team as needed to ensure ongoing success in placement
Maintain contact with residential providers, funding sources, and other agencies concerning vocational activities
Maintain and facilitate on-going communications and consultation with employers, supervisors, and co-workers
Maintain all necessary on-the-job records and record daily data entries into appropriate record keeping systems
Cross training in other areas as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :
High School Diploma or equivalent
Dependable transportation; valid Oregon driver's license with driving record sufficient to qualify to drive agency vehicles
Ability to pass an Oregon Department of Human Services background check
Experience working in a vocational setting
Experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred but not required