job coach - , IN, United States - Oppent

    Oppent
    Oppent , IN, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    Do you want to be the one making a difference in the lives of others? By joining the Opportunity Enterprises team YOU can have a huge impact on a person's life and yours too Be a part of OE, a premier agency in Northwest Indiana, as a caregiver to some amazing individuals

    The Job Coach will enhance the JobSource Team's effectiveness by providing on-site job training, mentoring, coaching and work place assessment services to individuals in the community. Full time and open availability required. Lake County coverage needed.

    Requirements
    • Provide coaching and training to actively working Vocational Rehab clients and clients receiving Supported Employment Follow-along services.
    • Maintain a minimum of twice monthly job site visits as appropriate and outlined in both Waiver and Community Support Budgets with clients in Supported Employment Follow-along services.
    • Provide necessary training/re-training at job sites.
    • Assist with the development of natural supports at the work site.
    • Monitor and document client progress on struggles and successes to maintain established goals.
    • Maintain necessary documentation, data and reports as required by CARF (Commission of Accreditation Rehabilitation Facilities) standards, funding source and agency.
    • Advocate for and pursue services as appropriate to meet the individual needs of clients.
    • Assist and Provide Discovery Services as needed and assigned.
    • Maintain the required productivity level at 85% client specific productivity hours weekly based on caseload of active job coaching and follow along.
      • Should 85% productivity not be met for two consecutive months, pay rate will decrease by $2/hour.
      • Job Coach will be given one (1) month to increase productivity to expected level. If the productivity level increases to 85% prior to 8 weeks rate will increase again by $2/hour.
      • Productivity is calculated once per month.
      • Should a Job Coach fall below the 85% productivity rate 4 times within a rolling 12 months, or be at 70% or less productivity, termination will occur or said staff may apply for another position within the company.
      • Paid Time Off used or FMLA will not count toward productivity
    • Develop and maintain productive relationships with local employers, referral sources, clients, parents, co-workers and others as appropriate.
    • Become familiar with client specific information by attending conferences and reading files prior to onset of coaching services.
    • Attend and participate in department, division, and agency meetings required.
    • Maintain awareness of local, state and national trends that impact employment services.
    Qualifications
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
    • Flexibility to ever changing schedules and shifts
    • Strong ability to problem solve
    • High School Diploma
    • 1-3 year's experience in related field preferred
    • Experience with developmentally disabled population preferred
    Benefits to all Employees:
    • Accrued Time Off
    • Partial Holiday Pay
    • Partial Paid Birthday off
    • Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
    • Employee referral program
    • Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
    • FSA accounts
    • Paid Mileage
    • Employee recognition events
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Paid Extensive training
    • Flexible Hours
    • CPR/First Aid training
    Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:
    • 401K w/ 5% company matching
    • 8 paid holidays
    • Paid day off on Birthday
    • PTO
    • Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
    • HSA Accounts
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • Casual Fridays
    • Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)
    ABOUT OPPORTUNITY ENTERPRISES

    Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.

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