Job Coach

Coshocton's Fuse Network is looking for a Job Coach!? **Job Description: ** The Job coach is responsible for assisting adults with Developmental Disabilities with identifying appropriate and satisfying employment, locating and securing employment, and providing the necessary support to maintain or improve their employment opportunities. Provides both on and off site support, coordination, and connections to employment resources for individuals. Observes and evaluates an individual's performance, behavior, social development, and physical well being on and off the work site. Assists and coaches individuals through the employer's new hire and orientation process, facility and work site orientations. Develops working knowledge about the worksite and complies with and coaches individuals on policies and procedures. Provides on-going monitoring and support in regards to performance, safety, responsibilities. Analyzes Jobs and work environments and breaks jobs down into trainable steps. Helps build natural supports within the work site and relationships with co-workers. Promotes and coaches individuals to perform work responsibilities that foster independence. Promotes a positive work attitude, proper grooming, acceptable work attire, and generally accepted work conduct by serving as a role model. Serves as a liaison between the individual and the employer to facilitate an appropriate worker to supervisor relationship. Demonstrates proficient written and verbal skills for effective communication. Transports individuals as necessary to accommodate employment opportunities. Completes additional tasks and responsibilities as needed or assigned. Qualifications: Must have a HS diploma or GED Must be able to pass background screenings Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile insurance. Ability to organize and prioritize position responsibilities and maintain accurate records. Ability to establish positive relationships with peers and in the community. Must be friendly, personable, caring, and creative. Must be proficient in computers and Google workspace. Must be able to maintain confidential information. **Physical requirements: ** Must have the physical ability to frequently stand, climb stairs, lift up to 25 lbs, twist, bend, squat, stoop, and reach. Must be able to frequently walk and drive within the community in conditions including heat, cold, and inclement weather. Must be able to pass a required physical examination, including hearing, vision, and drug screenings.