What are the responsibilities and job description for the Job Coach position at SUNRISE?
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Description
Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone’s life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people.
Purpose:
To provide persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities assistance with securing and maintaining employment through coaching, skills training, and collaborating with employers.
Qualifications:
• Successfully completes the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
• Maintains a valid Driver's License which meets company standards for approved drivers
• Proficient with WORD, EXCEL, OUTLOOK and basic computer skills
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location
• High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location
Essential Functions
• Assist individuals with disabilities in identifying, seeking, and securing meaningful employment opportunities that align with their skills and interests.
• Deliver hands-on coaching, skills training, and individualized support to enhance job readiness, workplace performance, and professional development.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment by fostering positive relationships between employees, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Maintain professional relationships with employers, advocating for workplace accommodations and promoting inclusive hiring practices.
• Attend meetings, communicate regularly with stakeholders, and provide detailed reports on individuals’ progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Use computer skills to document case notes, track support services, generate required reports, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Complete required job coaching training courses, including Training Resource Network (TRN), Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), and other relevant training courses as needed.
• Assist individuals in navigating transportation options to and from work, ensuring reliable access to employment opportunities.
• Provide respectful, person-centered support for personal care needs as required, maintaining dignity and independence.
• Proficiency in the English language (both written and verbal) is required as this job entails direct care of adult and children receiving services. Employees are required to communicate, both orally and in writing, with staff and others regarding medical care, supports, and services. This requirement includes the ability to effectively communicate in English including medical terminology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
This position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace
If you were referred by a current Sunrise employee, please make sure to indicate so when completing the employment application process
Qualifications
Salary : $17
