What are the responsibilities and job description for the Job Coach position at Community Options, Inc.?
Job Coach
Location: Princeton, NJ, United States
Date Posted: Sep 18, 2025
Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Full Time Job Coach to support operations in Mercer County, NJ to supervise and train individuals with developmental disabilities on how to acquire the skills needed to perform specific tasks, work routine, and personal life activities that are critical to successful employment.
The starting pay is $18.00 per hour!
Responsibilities
Provide the necessary assistance to the individuals in order for the consumer to be placed in competitive employment and maintain employment
Teach the individuals independent job skills, requirements utilizing job task analysis, job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
Assist individuals in reinforcing essential skills, or teaching new skills in developing a resume, conducting a successful job interview, and completing a job application
Work side-by-side with individuals at the job site, analyzing the job requirements and breaking it into manageable components that can be taught to the consumer
Attend conferences, seminars, and training as needed
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Two years’ full-time work experience in employment or related field
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Knowledge of employer expectations and local job market
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate/interact with people at a variety of levels, both internally and externally
Ability to present ideas and factual data in a clear concise manner
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with consumers
Ability to read and write English
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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