WFS Job Coach - Coeur d'Alene, ID - Full or Part-time Hourly

Part-time must have flexible schedule. 20-29 hrs/wk.

Localized travel required using company and/or personal vehicle. Must have valid driver's license, clean driving record, and proof of personal auto insurance. Background - no crimes against another person or arson. Valid DL req'd.

Closes: 10/25 /26 - Coeur d'Alene, ID - Full or Part-time/Hourly

Wage: $18.00 p/h

Employment Benefits: https://discovergoodwill.org/benefits/

NOTE: Please apply early, as this job posting is subject to removal before the deadline if sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Thank you.

Summary: Position will provide and support participant assessment, training, coaching, and job readiness services. Supervise and/or provide direct employment services to both funded and un-funded program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages. Experience working with persons with disabilities/disadvantages preferred. Must pass background and driver record check, have flexible schedule, valid driver's license, and proof of personal auto insurance.

Education and/or Experience : High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

- Assist with screening of referrals for appropriate program and service options, as appropriate.

- Establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, referral agencies, and all team members.

- Ensure all paperwork and related activities are current, accurate, in compliance and timely. Includes case notes, service reports, and time studies (if applicable).

- Provide hands on training, direct supervision, and support to participants at a variety of work locations.

- Gather accurate data needed to fulfill reporting requirements, to include work behaviors and productivity.

- Make recommendations to supervisory staff on necessary changes in policy or management style.

- Assist with orientation of new referrals.

- Assist participants in achieving the highest level of independent functioning while receiving services.

- Thoroughly review intake, service plan, and supporting documentation for each participant. Assist with developing said items, as requested.

- Perform job and task analysis.

- Monitor and record participant progress to ensure goals and objectives are met.

- Stay informed of current wage trends and job coaching techniques.

- Explain and demonstrate tasks according to employer expectations. Work with participants on a variety of tasks to ensure individual understands job duties, and tasks are achievable.

- Ability to perform all work tasks supervised. May work a variety of shifts and locations, including weekends and evenings, depending upon assignment.

- Provide services in accordance with all policies, procedures, and directives of Goodwill Industries; CARF standards; and principles of safety while protecting both personnel and property.

- Work with staff to develop, monitor, and resolve skills training, vocational, or behavioral issues.

- Assist with providing and recommending job accommodations, to include assistive technology needs.

- Provide support to participant to assist in achieving all vocational and non-vocational goals.

- Model and train appropriate work behaviors and interpersonal skills.

- Provide training using multiple methods, to reach all learning styles.

- Assist in developing natural supports for participants.

- Work collaboratively with Workforce and Family Services to provide participant services.

- Follow all policies, procedures, and directives of Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest assuring safety of personnel or property.

- Properly wear and maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

- Maintain agency confidentiality. Violation of confidentiality is cause for immediate dismissal.

- Comply with all health, safety, and fire standards and all local, state, and federal regulations (WISHA & OSHA).

- Other duties as assigned.