What are the responsibilities and job description for the Job Coach position at JOB SQUAD INC?
🚨 URGENTLY HIRING: Job Coach
Job Squad, Inc.
📍 Charleston, WV
💵 $15.00 per hour
🕒 Part-time to Full-time
Benefits package offered for Full-time Employees
Job Overview
Job Squad, Inc. is currently seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Job Coaches. This role provides direct support to individuals working in community-based employment settings, helping them build skills, confidence, and independence.
Prior experience is preferred but not required—training is provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide on-the-job training and support to individuals in community workplaces
- Teach job duties, workplace expectations, and appropriate social skills
- Use hands-on coaching methods such as modeling, prompting, and side-by-side training
- Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals, employers, and support teams
- Assist individuals in maintaining employment and achieving success
- Provide transportation as needed
- Complete required documentation in a timely manner
- Attend team meetings and communicate effectively with supervisors
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid West Virginia driver’s license
- Reliable transportation and good driving record
- Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word), cell phone and GPS skills
Preferred:
- Experience in social services or working with individuals with support needs
- Understanding of workplace environments and employer expectations
Skills & Abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Patience, empathy, and adaptability
- Ability to teach and support individuals at varying skill levels
Pay & Benefits
- $15.00 per hour
- Paid bi-weekly (direct deposit or paper check available)
- Flexible scheduling (part-time to full-time opportunities)
- Paid training provided
- Full-time benefits: health insurance (80% premium paid) dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance with AD&D, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance (100% premium paid by employer)
- All employee benefits: 11 paid holidays and voluntary participation in 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 4%.
Work Environment
This position requires working in various community job sites and may involve standing, walking, and providing hands-on support throughout the workday.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check
- Must pass DHHR abuse and neglect background check
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Squad, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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