Adult Job Coach at EmployU, Inc

Kissimmee, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

18.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Job Knowledge, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Sales Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management

Industry

Professional Training and Coaching

Description

Description Join Our Team! A flexible schedule, paid weekly, working in the community, making a difference, being surrounded by a great team, and maintaining work/life balance: This is what you can expect working at employU! Our team works within the disability community to empower our customers with the knowledge, connections, and the confidence required to achieve independence by establishing a sustainable career. Because we are always expanding, there is always an opportunity for growth for those looking for career advancement. Full-time employees are offered: Health Insurance Health Savings Account Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Bonus Potential (eligible positions) Flexible work schedule for exceptional work/life balance Part-time employees may be offered: 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible work schedule for exceptional work/life balance Want to get a glimpse into the employU atmosphere? Watch this video https://youtu.be/K6Hf9jusJlA Requirements The pay range for this full-time, hourly position is $18.00 an hour. This position serves Osceola County. POSITION SUMMARY The Adult Job Coach will support the Employment Specialist position to assist individuals with disabilities obtain and maintain employment. The Adult Job Coach will help find employment opportunities that are suitable for a client, support the client in following up on job applications, attending interviews, aid in the training of the client and will provide transportation for the client as needed. The Adult Job Coach is an entry-level position, but opportunities are available for advancement into the Employment Specialist position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) 1. Develops relationships with area businesses to create additional job opportunities for clients; completes Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with area businesses. 2. Searches for employment opportunities that match the client’s interests, abilities and are within a reasonable distance to their home. This may include researching online job boards and social media. Activities may also include networking with hiring managers and human resources to promote service in efforts to find opportunities. 3. Assists clients during employment assignments to improve soft skills as well as build vocational skills; provides feedback and guidance to ensure employment is successful. 4. Creates accommodations for clients to ensure employment success to include task lists, putting reminders on phone, modifying tasks based on client’s learning style, and others as needed. 5. Works with supervisors at partner job sites to ensure that any issues are addressed as quickly as possible. 6. Ensures good communication with clients, families and Vocational Rehabilitation both in person or through verbal and written communications. 7. Attends orientation and training sessions with a client once placed with an employer to provide coaching on the position duties. 8. Assists the Employment Specialist with preparing P&A’s and final reports. 9. Visits clients a minimum of once per week or more if client requires more support or if it is at the beginning of a new employment experience. 10. Records specifics of client employment for billing purposes. 11. Maintains regular contact with clients via phone, text or email to communicate appointments, scheduled interviews and to ensure support. 12. Writes detailed case notes for clients outlining all phone, text or in person interactions. 13. Attends Vocational Rehabilitation staffing meetings at their local VR office. 14. Completes monthly progress notes for clients by specific day of each month. 15. Drives clients to various locations as needed. 16. Other related tasks as directed. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) • Job Knowledge • Interpersonal Skills • Communication • Sales Skills • Organizational Skills • Time Management SKILLS & ABILITIES Education/Experience: Education: High School diploma required; some college including a degree in any field preferred Experience: No experience necessary; experience working with individuals with a disability and/or prior counseling, job placement, job coaching or working within public vocational rehabilitation programs is preferred Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Suite, adobe and web based database systems Other Requirements: • Open availability required. • Ability to pass a level 2 background check • Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, auto registration, auto insurance coverage-minimum ($50,000 property/$100,000 personal injury liability) • Bilingual is a plus (English / Spanish); ASL is a plus. • Confidentiality and the ability to handle multiple deadlines is required. Supervision: No supervisory responsibilities. Travel: Local travel required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT These conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Environment: Office environment and in the field at various business locations. Physical: The employee frequently is required to drive for long periods of time, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, lift up to 40 lbs. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents. Hearing: Hear within the normal audio range with or without correction.

Responsibilities

The Adult Job Coach will support individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment by finding suitable job opportunities and providing necessary training and transportation. They will also develop relationships with local businesses to create job opportunities and ensure effective communication with clients and their families.