At In Flight, Inc. we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life.
In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
We are hiring a Job Coach to join our Pre-Vocational Team. Pre-Vocational services provide learning and work experience, including volunteer work, where an individual can develop general, non-job specific strengths and skills. This community based program enhances the qualifications for paid employment and integrated community settings.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
The job coach will be able to assess and prepare the people we support in finding work in the community. They will work with the Care Manager to develop a Supported Employment Plan that will be used to direct the person’s direction in employment support. They will work with a caseload of people and employers to develop working relationships that enables them to have success in competitive employment in the community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Job development in the community.
- Job placement of appropriate candidates.
- Follow the process and requirements of the Employee Training Program (ETP), when applicable.
- Provide services of at least 4-7 billable hours per day.
- Document accurately and contemporaneously for billing for SEMP, PreVoc and Day Hab services.
- Engage in PreVoc volunteer opportunities.
- Will attend required Eleversity trainings for SEMP.
- Interact with employers concerning people on their caseload.
- Teach units at I-SAIL academy.
- Work one-on-one with people supported on their specific needs.
- Provide transportation to and from ISAIL location when needed.
- Job coach on a regular basis for people on their caseload.
- Document activities on a daily basis in Therap.
- Maintain quality services at all times based on the participant’s individual valued outcomes.
- Open communication with supervisors.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma/GED is required; an associate degree is preferred.
- 1 year of related experience is preferred. Working as caregivers or with adults with developmental disabilities.
- Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for the individuals.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Be energetic, creative, and have a sense of humor.
Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.
- Generous benefits including 403(b), medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Up to 3 weeks PTO with additional 56 hours for sick time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Supplemental benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person