Vocational Job Coach

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager of the assigned area with direct supervision from the Program Supervisor is responsible for the training and supervision of a group of people working/employed in the community.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION(S):

• Responsible for providing skill training, personal assistance care, support, and constant supervision to a group of people working in the community for a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Completes data collection for each person assigned.
• Completes task analysis and time studies in accordance with Federal and State Department of Labor regulations.
• Administers medication as prescribed on the Physicians Medication Order Form.
• Acts as the Agency representative with employers, volunteer coordinators and the public.
• Ensures people served are picked up and dropped off at site by Mass Transit Administration (MTA) mobility or designated mode of transportation.
• Implements behavior programs in accordance with approved Behavior Plan.
• Handles all emergency situations in accordance with Agency Policies and Procedures.
• Performs quality control of site to assure all contract specifications are met.
• Works a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays in accordance with the employer=s contract specifications and needs of the persons served.
• Must report to assigned community employer location during inclement weather, illness or other absence of the person employed and completes job responsibilities for the person.
• May be required to drive an agency vehicle from a Chimes day program to the contract site.
• Must follow dress codes as specified by the employer and meets Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Must have at all times in their possession a working personal cell phone for company use.
• Ensures all supplies and equipment needed to perform the contract(s) is present and in proper working order at all times.
• Must eat meals with and provide constant supervision to all people assigned.
• Presents a positive role model for the persons served and Agency staff.
• Uses technology for the completion of specified job duties.
• Attends work regularly according to assigned work schedule and in accordance with Agency policy.
• Attends and participates in all in-service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, people served, community professionals, customers, vendors and the public.
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities and special projects as needed.

SECONDARY FUNCTION(S):

• May be assigned to transport person served from their residence to a job site.
• May be required to drive a personal vehicle in safe working condition to transport the person.
• Works cooperatively and effectively with Agency volunteers maximizing the volunteers= experience while meeting the needs of person served and the programs.

REQUIRMENTS:

EDUCATION: High School diploma required; Associate of Arts degree in special education or a related field a plus. Experience working in creating community involvement and volunteer opportunities with persons with developmental disabilities and/or related disabilities preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Must have an acceptable driving record with full driver’s license as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy. Must be able to life a minimum of 50lbs based on the needs of person served.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Chimes follows all guidelines in accordance with the state of Delaware and the CDC.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location