Job Coach at Kalix

Minot, North Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Job Coaching, Disability Support, Meal Preparation, Training and Teaching, Effective Communication, Data Collection, Patient Care, Budgeting Assistance, Crisis Reporting, Professionalism

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description We are seeking a Job Coach to support adults with disabilities at their place of employment. This position focuses on providing hands-on training, encouragement and promoting independence to individuals who work in a kitchen setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with disabilities and be comfortable preparing and serving meals for around 40 people. Hours: Monday -Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Requirements Under the direction and supervision of the Employment Coordinator the duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 1. Performing and assisting people with basic living and employment skills as specified in plans. 2. Assisting people with personal cares as specified in service plans. (N/A for Job Coaches) 3. Assisting individuals with maintaining a clean, safe and orderly living and working environment. 4. Assisting and maintaining an individual’s schedule as needed. 5. Providing transportation as assigned. 6. Reporting all incidences of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation. 7. Working as part of a team by demonstrating Agency values: Dependability, Adaptability, Professionalism and Teamwork. 8. Utilizing a positive interaction style, treating people with respect and honoring choices. 9. Maintaining confidentiality of all people receiving services and protecting the confidentiality of their health information. 10. Administering medications, insulin and tubing feeding as assigned and certified. 11. Encouraging menu planning and meal choices that follow recommended dietary guidelines and healthy choices. (N/A for Job Coaches) 12. Participating in staff training, in-service and team meetings. 13. Assisting people with finances, budgeting, balancing checkbooks and documenting purchases as assigned. (N/A for Job Coaches) 14. Collecting data to monitor or make progress towards personal objectives. 15. Performing all other duties as assigned. Qualifications: 1. 17 years or older and a student in good standing. 2. A high school diploma or GED. 3. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. 4. A driving record that makes you insurable. 5. Must complete a successful background check Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1. Ability to communicate effectively. 2. Ability to be honest, reliable, dependable and professional at all times. 3. Ability to respond to people receiving services with dignity and respect. 4. Ability to make sound, rational judgments regarding people receiving services. 5. Ability to train and teach techniques utilized for people with disabilities. 6. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on training and support to adults with disabilities within a kitchen employment setting to promote independence. Responsibilities include assisting with employment skills, maintaining a safe environment, and monitoring progress toward personal objectives.