Job Coach II
Full-time
Sedalia, MO
Pettis County
The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. Currently, CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities, low-income, at-risk children, and their families to meet their goals and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Job Coach II supports the CHS mission by assisting the Professional Managers with various services to ensure the department is providing outstanding supports and services to individuals. The Job Coach II can assist with case management duties that ultimately empower the individuals to achieve the highest level of independence through high quality and diverse services and supports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as a Role Model by exhibiting positive and professional behavior when supporting individuals with disabilities in the employment setting, conducting job development services, and interacting with funders, individuals, and the community.
- Provide Assistance with Casework as directed by the Professional Manager (PM) by reporting client schedules and/or running Community Based Assessments, drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), assistance with the Summer Work Experience (SWE), and drafting of Monthly Summaries/Monthly Progress Reports.
- Conduct Site Visits to provide on-site feedback and conduct Quality Assurance measures ensuring that the job coaches and individuals understand the provisions of Home and Community Based Waivered Services (HCBS) and how the Employment Services Department can embody such practices.
- Ensure Fluid Communication with Professional Manager to ensure that the individuals receiving services are in the appropriate authorizations, any additional needs not expressed in case notes are known by the PM, and all written communication is easy to understand, professional, and copied to the PM if not the intended recipient.
- Demonstrate Best Practices for Integration of Individuals in their employment settings by assisting in developing natural supports, coordination of transportation, and appropriate workplace interactions with co-workers and patrons of said employer. The Job Coach II will ensure that the supports being provided to the individual are in alignment with the individual’s team’s expectations. Will ensure that all SOPs are up to date and supportive of the individual’s progress at independent employment.
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance by completing all required documentation to standard within the timeframes established by both the Center for Human Services, as well as our respective funding sources. Additionally, job coaches will actively participate in trainings and meetings, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, satisfactory attendance, and accountability. Cover job coaching shifts as needed to ensure coverage.
- Strengthen Positive Work Culture by participating in effective, courteous, and professional communication; showing kindness and patience to individuals and co-workers, demonstrating respect and responsibility in daily work, and practicing advocacy and encouragement in all aspects of employment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Accept Responsibility of Assignments
- Accountability
- Attention to detail
- Ethical behavior and decision making
- Initiative
- Organizational
- Positivity with a collaborative attitude
- Professional and courteous communication
- Stress management
- Team Oriented
COMPETENCIES
- Able to follow directions
- Able to document electronically in CHS record keeping systems
- Able to multi-task effectively while still meeting deadlines and providing timely feedback
- Computer, and electronic communication literate
- Flexibility with scheduling and priorities
- Learning-focused
- Person-centered
- Reliability for the individual as well as the department
- Responsible and reliable
- Strong Written Communication
- Mentor focused
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lift, carry, squat, bend, move, push, or pull, sit, or stand repetitively and for long intermittent periods.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 10 pounds at times and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus while using the computer.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Associate degree (AA or AAS) plus one year of related work experience or any combination of education and experience to equal three years.
REQUIRED MISCELLANEOUS QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid driver’s license and valid vehicle insurance
- Must have reliable form of communication
- Ability to effectively communicate via written and verbal communication methods in a way that is understandable to all audiences.
- Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory (paid) trainings to include CPR/First Aid
PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Consistent work experience in the Employment Services Department at the Center for Human Services for a period of one year or greater (this can include historical experience).
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.
BENEFITS: CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. Click here to view our Benefits guide for more details
SHIFTS: FT (40 hrs.) Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
EEO STATEMENT
Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 660-826-4401 ext. 553 or 660-665-1111 ask for HR.
