Job Coach

DescriptionCommunity Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.We are now hiring a Full-Time Job Coach in Mercer County, New Jersey. The Job Coach uses best practices and technology within a community-based employment setting. The Job Coach will supervise and train individuals with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the skills needed to perform specific tasks, work routines, and personal life activities that are critical to successful employment.Hourly Rate: $17.00ResponsibilitiesTeach individuals independent job skills, requirements utilizing job task analysis, job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistanceWork side-by-side with individuals at the job site, analyzing the job requirements and breaking it into manageable components that can be taught to the individualBuild a support network between the individual and community membersCommunicate individual’s progress to the employer and support people, including family, residential staff, and other professionalsAccurately complete all documentationAdditional tasks and responsibilities may be assignedEmployee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigationMinimum RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentTwo years’ full-time work experience in employment or related fieldValid driver's license with satisfactory driving recordAbility to analyze a job and break it into manageable componentsAbility to exercise good judgment and remain calm in a crisis situationAbility to present ideas and factual data in a clear concise mannerAbility to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individualsAbility to read and write EnglishEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testingWhy Community Options?Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday HolidayGenerous PTOEmployee Incentive & Discount Programs403b Retirement PlanIncredible career growth opportunitiesUniversity partnerships that include tuition reductionCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V#IND-MECOE