Job Coach

Job Coach- Part Time
Job Description

Reports to: Director of Program
Hours: Part Time, Non- Exempt
Schedule: Monday through Sunday; some evening & weekends required; local travel required

Position Summary
An job coach at We Care Arts is responsible for direct service of the We Care Arts (WCA) program principally through implementing the WCA Job Training Program. This position will provide service for individuals and small groups in person as well as virtually. Duties will take place virtually, on site at
WCA, and off site at various locations. These duties include creation of scheduling, implementation of curriculum based on program effectiveness, classroom/job placement management, and personal care of clients. The position works closely with, and reports to the Director of Program. This position will also team with key staff, appropriate volunteers and other staff as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

Job Coach

• Aide in curriculum creation following We Care Arts format
• Implement job training curriculum working with clients
• Take progress notes on clients following We Care Arts format
• Turn in reports in a timely manner
• Work after business hours and weekends when needed
• Partake in any additional training needed
• Create instructional content videos following We Care Arts format and upload them to a shared site
• Hold instructional Zoom (or other platform) classes following We Care Arts format
• Create progress notes on clients following We Care Arts format and submit them weekly for review
• Follow all updated Covid 19 cleaning and safety guidelines
• Train and work with volunteers to maintain a consistent client experience
• Guide and encourage client’s work and behavior to maintain a community environment
• Travel to various locations in order to provide services on site
• Additional assigned duties

Data Collection and File Maintenance

• Create progress notes on clients following We Care Arts format and submit them weekly for review
• Establish goals for each individual client artist and document regularly as instructed to ensure successful program effectiveness tracking (and billing as appropriate)

• Maintain up to date, accurate and detailed records on each client
• Attend a quarterly meeting with the Director of Program to update personal review of performance
• Ensure all maintained records are submitted in a timely manner
• Attend staff meetings
• Participate in training
• Additional assigned duties

Requirements
This position requires Direct Service Provider certification. Minimum of two years progressive experience and demonstrated skill in employment services. This should include coaching of individuals learning job skills, placement of clients and experience with a variety of students. Strong creative and organizational skills, empathetic abilities and patience. Bachelor’s degree in art, education, social service or related field preferred. Experience working with volunteers is desirable.

Competencies

• Dedicated to the We Care Arts mission
• Very comfortable with technology including zoom, PowerPoint, YouTube, video creation
• Highly self-motivated
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor and relationships
• Excellent communication skills
• Exercise positive reinforcement, patience, and empathy
• Ability to work on a provided timeline
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Demonstrated leadership skill
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional interviewing and listening skills
• Thoroughness; Attention to detail
• Ability to present a professional appearance
• Ability to work with people from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds
• Love for inclusion and people with varying abilities
• Ability to adapt teaching skills to accommodate special circumstances

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Hours per week:

• 20-29
• 30-39

Typical end time:

• 8PM

Typical start time:

• 1PM

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All customers in our gift shops and clients in our programming must wear masks. we clean daily.

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background verification prior to job offer?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• direct service provider: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations