Job Coach, Employment Services

Join the BuildAbility Team as a Job CoachAre 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, we're 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 that's 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 realityInclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our workComprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $18.00 - $21.00/hour, along with a generous benefits packageIf 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 jobA job coach will provide support and training to help individuals learn how to complete job tasks and understand the company's policies and proceduresAs a Job Coach, you will be responsible for:Assisting individuals at their workplace to complete tasks successfullyHelping individuals adjust to the workplace culture and understand the workplace policiesProviding hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the individual’s work tasks to help them improveDeveloping a relationship with workplace supervisors to gain feedback on the individual’s performance and to help create a workplace environment that will maximize the individual’s successUsing BuildAbility’s digital program to log the individual’s progress and performanceSchedule:Part-time and Full-time roles Open availabilityHours assigned are subject to change weekly based on availabilityWork Location:Traveling positionSan Fernando Valley regionCompensation:Starting at $18.00- $21.00/hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications)Benefits:Paid Sick Time (56 hours)Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel TimeEmployee Assistance Program403(b) Retirement Savings PlanOpportunity for Career AdvancementQualifications:Optimistic attitude and ability to give encouraging verbal feedback regularlyStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive mannerCPR/First Aid Certification (required, or must obtain within 30 days of hire)CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (required, or must obtain within 30 days of hire) Bilingual Spanish (preferred)Valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insuranceWilling to travel. High School Diploma or GED equivalentProof of Criminal Background ClearanceProof of eligibility to work in the United StatesBuildAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace environment, stakeholder engagement, and participant support. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Powered by JazzHRMvMsYobwFu