Job Coach

General Purpose: An Employment Specialist with Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT), a non-profit organization, provides direct client services in the areas of employment counseling, client needs assessment, employment preparation, and training, referral to community resources and support services, program eligibility, and/or job development/placement; and performs related duties as required. This work will be performed both in the Denver Metro area and remotely. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Interviews, advises, and guides a diverse population of clients to ascertain employability; interprets and explains regulations, rules, policies, and procedures to clients; may determine client eligibility for services; apprises clients of their rights, benefits, responsibilities, and obligations under program participation; ensures that applications and other forms are completed accurately and thoroughly _Assesses client readiness for job referral, support services, attempts to match clients with available employment, training, or other opportunities/services _Identifies problems/barriers that hinder employability; assists clients in resolving and mitigation barriers to employment by identifying the need for other services and benefits; counsels’ clients regarding recommended solutions and suggested supportive services _Assists the job seekers in increasing their knowledge in a particular field and helping them focus on the current requirements of the employers • _Analyzes information obtained from interviews, tests, and other sources to develop short and long-term goals; develops and implements individual employment plans _Contacts public and private employers to develop on-the-job training and/or direct job placement sites for clients; maintains cooperative relationships with employers and support service and community resource agencies; identifies appropriate job placement/ training opportunities for clients; maintains an awareness of local job market and opportunities to assist in providing guidance to clients; may arrange for employment interviews These essential duties/ responsibilities are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualification associated with the job Job Qualifications: _Top-notch organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail _Strong work tenure: 2+ years of experience in mental health, social services, or employment services required _Proven ability to interact and build a rapport by possessing great communication skills _Individual Placement and Support (IPS) experience highly preferred _A current Colorado driver’s license with reliable transportation required _ ACRE or IPS certification (can be completed after hire) _First Aid/CPR/Universal Precautions certificate (can be completed after hire) _Non Violent Crisis Intervention (can be completed after hire) Benefits Offered: Our employees are our most valuable asset. That’s why at TACT we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid holidays, and paid time off Physical Requirements of This Position: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. This person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside an office to access file, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $39,000.00 - $41,000.00 per year Schedule: 8 hour shift Morning shift Ability to Commute: Englewood, CO 80110 (Preferred) Work Location: In person