Job Coach

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Description
Arc Human Services is hiring a Job Coach! This position is Part time - 25Hrs per week 8:00am-3:00pm, Monday – Friday in Washington and Canonsburg, PA
Are you looking for a meaningful job that provides a dynamic work environment, opportunity for advancement and the chance to MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of others? Arc Human Services is a premier provider of intellectual and development disability and mental illness support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve since 1952.
We offer:
• Competitive wages
• Company paid life and disability insurances
• 401K Retirement Plans with 5% employer match
• Non-Profit employee discounts and eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Summary:
A position as a Job Coach entails supporting people with disabilities to learn, to accommodate, and perform their work duties in their place of employment. A Job Coach may work with individuals one-on-one and/or in a small group setting. A Job Coach also helps individuals develop interpersonal skills necessary in the workplace. The Job Coach will assess the individual’s strengths and needs or may rely on a completed assessment. A Job Coach may visit the place of employment to understand the requirements of the job and work environment. This position will work with an individual both in and outside of the workplace, as it is important to assist and prepare the individual for the workplace in advance.
Key Requirements
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) along with 1-year prior experience working with children or adults with an intellectual or developmental disability, including training in home / community based and / or vocational settings is required. Previous work experience in industry or rehabilitation is preferred i.e. any type of business including office work, manufacturing, restaurant work, grocery store work, etc.
Work experience may be volunteer work or internships
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, families, staff, and employers
Benefits
We offer:
• Competitive wages
• Company paid life and disability insurances
• 401K Retirement Plans with 5% employer match
• Non-Profit employee discounts and eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness