Goodwill of the Heartland is seeking a part time Job Coach interested in utilizing their creativity, energy, and compassion to assist and support individuals with disabilities and barriers to independence in their community jobs. This position offers the opportunity to strengthen our communities by adding diversity to the workforce. If you have an interest in advocacy and gaining teaching skills, consider joining our team! This position is based in the Davenport area.

The job coach position is a direct support professional, with the opportunity to train, supervise, model work procedures and basic work habits and attitudes for participants placed in community jobs through Goodwill programs. This position will develop goals and objectives for program participants, implement assigned tasks, and adapt training strategies to fit the changing work environment and needs on a day-to-day basis. This position requires customer service between our participants and work sites. This position also may provide transportation to program participants in a company or personal vehicle when necessary.

The schedule will allow flexibility for good work/life balance with a varying schedule (different days/shifts) that requires evening hours so candidates must be able to work at varying times. This position averages 10 - 29 hours a week. Travel between job sites is required.

Position requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Six months of experience in a related field is required (e.g., customer service, custodial, sales, clerical, training, etc.). An AA degree can be substituted for the required experience. Supervisory/training experience preferred.
• Reliable vehicle, valid Iowa driver's license and auto insurance
• Successful completion of background checks: criminal, motor vehicle record, and dependent adult and child abuse.

The Job Coach position has a starting wage of $16.45 per hour. 

Goodwill offer team members competitive benefits, including:

• Competitive PTO
• Generous store discount
• Opportunities for advancement
• Strong team culture

Goodwill of the Heartland is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, veteran status, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity or other protected categories.  

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