Job Coach- Developmental Disabilities Part Time Lorain County

Job Summary

The Job Coach works under the supervision of the Program Manager and provides compassionate, person-centered support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role focuses on helping individuals develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed to obtain and maintain meaningful community employment while promoting inclusion, dignity, and personal success.

About the Role

This role requires previous experience working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Demonstrating the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone is essential.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Build collaborative relationships with clients to support employment goals in community settings.
• Aid individuals in improving their job skills and achieving career goals by developing coaching plans, assisting with goal setting, teaching effective job tasks, and supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Develop and support business partnerships and collaborations and advise how they can support the population with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Follow individual’s Individual Service Plan as guided by the SSA.
• Aid identified individuals with disabilities with career planning, resume writing, and the ability to learn and accurately perform and excel in their job duties and functions.
• Assist with the assessment of professional strengths and weaknesses for each assigned individual.
• Support the development of Individual professional plans for growth within the current area of interest.
• Provide one-on-one training to prepare for employment tailored to the individual’s needs.
• Perform related administrative responsibilities; maintain participant information, records, and other documents; respond timely to emails and phone calls; attend various training and meetings; complete required reporting; communicate with other agencies, departments, and vendors regarding required paperwork, contract compliance, and consult with other county agencies and/or supportive services as necessary.
• Create and update state records and reports on progress, utilizing an internal computer system.
• Complete progress notes daily for the individuals you work with.
• Assist with quality assurance and auditing when necessary.
• Education & Experience:
• Level I: High school diploma required, associate degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Education or a related field preferred. 1-2 years’ experience working with individual and developmental disabilities and/or a high-risk population. Trauma-informed care preferred.
• Level II: Education is same as Level I. 2-4 years’ experience working with individual and developmental disabilities and/or a high-risk population. Crisis intervention experience required. Demonstrated independence and initiative.
• Level III: Education is same as Level II. 2-4 years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or a high-risk population. Crisis intervention training or experience required. Proven leadership demonstrated by taking on additional responsibilities. Participation in program operations and external meetings. Understanding of compliance as it pertains to the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities.

Qualifications

• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact.
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people.
• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment.
• Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients.
• Strong organizational skills: being able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
• Able to provide timely follow-up and act with a sense of urgency.
• Able to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
• Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, electronic health records, etc.
• Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.
• Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.

Summer Staff Essential Functions

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Build collaborative relationships with clients to support employment goals in community settings.
• Support business partnerships and collaborations and advise how they can support the population with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Follow individual’s Individual Service Plan as guided by the SSA.
• Perform related administrative responsibilities; maintain participant information, records, and other documents; respond timely to emails and phone calls; complete training and complete required reporting.
• Complete progress notes daily for the individuals you work with.
• Be a part of a client team that includes the client, service support administrators, employer, family and other outside entities, so the client is supported through every process.
• Participate in the planning, organization and implementation of special events/department specific projects including job fairs, community fairs, community service-learning projects and fundraising events.
• Maintain the confidentiality of client or collateral interaction within Agency defined standards.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.
• Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
• Complete Direct Support Professional Training on the DODD website with annual trainings.
• Complete Career Planning training on the DODD website.
• Must be present at the client’s worksite for the entire duration of each shift and provide continuous supervision of the client’s work at all times.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and based on the needs of the client and the position.