Job Coach - Project SEARCH - Marion

• Work with the Instructor to assess intern skills and gather baseline data.
• Work with Business Liaison, Department Managers, Instructor and fellow Job Coaches to develop new internship sites.
• Responsible for writing and updating job descriptions, checklists/task-lists, and plans of necessary modifications for internship rotations.
• Learn all internship rotations and make any modifications (Ex. Labeling, simplifying checklists, grouping tasks, etc.) necessary for successful completion of the job.
• Teach the essential tasks/ duties/ core skills of the job to the intern.
• Write daily reports on the interns work experience. Must meet OOD standards.
• To present a professional demeanor and appearance while representing The Alpha Group to various school districts, families, interns, and partnering staff.
• Ensure compliance with all required regulatory standards, rules and regulations.
• Must have strong computer skills.
• Analyze problems, gather information, utilize resources, and recognize solutions.
• Ensure that all team members receive necessary and timely communication.
• Build natural supports to reduce the amount of time spend with each intern as core vocational skills are developed.
• Transport interns to job shadows, and other work-related appointments as necessary.
• Respond immediately to intern, &/or intern family complaints and concerns.
• Ensure compliance with CARF standards.
• Attend Job Coach Trainings and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATIONAL: High school diploma or GED. Preferably a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED SKILLS AND OTHER:

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.
• Must pass a BCI background check.
• Must remain in compliance with all regulatory standards governing program services, including appropriate trainings.
• Must not be a registered offender on the ODDD Abuse and Neglect Register or the Ohio Department of Health Nurse Abuser Register.
• Must have your own auto insurance (to conduct agency business in personal vehicle and receive reimbursement employee must have the amount of 100/300/100 coverage).
• May be necessary to utilize First Aide / CPR or emergency medical treatment and assessment at the same time.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds on a periodic basis.
• Must be able to communicate in English and interact in a positive manner, utilizing both written and verbal methods, with participants, families, advocates, employees and referring agencies and have strong decision-making abilities.
• Must be able to prioritize the importance of tasks and needs. Must have mechanical ability and aptitude along with outstanding customer service.
• Must represent The Alpha Group and its participants to the public in a professional manner.
• Must be able to transport members.
• May be requested to perform duties on a limited basis outside of the job description and stated hours.