Job coach

Job DetailsLevel

• EntryJob
• Location:
• Pala
• Building -
• Mission
• Viejo,
• CA 92691Salary
• Range: $21.00 - $21.00
• HourlyJob
• Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesMake a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about helping others and building meaningful relationships? Join Vocational Visions as a Direct Support Professional 1 and make a lasting impact by supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independent, fulfilling lives! This role is perfect for compassionate individuals seeking purpose-driven work, career growth, and hands-on experience in human services.

Position Summary

The Job Coach provides individualized job coaching and on-the-job support to Vocational Visions persons served enrolled in supported employment, paid internship, and job training programs. This position supports persons served in developing workplace skills, independence, and self-advocacy while collaborating with employers, families, and service coordinators to ensure successful employment outcomes. Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Serve as a liaison between persons served and employers. Provide individualized instruction and coaching in job skills, workplace behavior, communication, and professional conduct. Travel across Orange County in personal vehicle to provide coaching to persons served at their worksites (mileage reimbursement provided) Support persons served in building workplace relationships, self-advocacy, decision-making, and independence. Develop instructional tools (e.g., job task checklists, visual supports, color-coded guides) to promote successful job performance. Reinforce job skills and self-development to maximize persons served independence. Address personal hygiene, workplace rules, breaks, and compliance with employer policies. Monitor persons served performance, support productivity and behavior; collect feedback from employers. Identify areas of progress and improvement and contribute to ongoing vocational training goals. Prepare and update persons served goal plans and provide input to develop work plans. Assist employers and staff with disability awareness, communication strategies, and job accommodations. Maintain accurate documentation, persons served files, work output reports, and required records. Communicate appropriately with parents, caregivers, and Regional Center service coordinators. Perform other duties as assigned, including stepping in to substitute for absent Job Coaches. Additional Responsibilities Provide training and support to relief staff, new job coaches, and persons served. Continue reinforcing job tasks as needed to support persons served success. Complete all required training and certifications. Treat all individuals with professionalism, dignity, and respect. Adhere to all Vocational Visions policies and procedures. QualificationsRequired Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record. Ability to work independently and manage assigned responsibilities. CPR certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certification. Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework in psychology, human services, or a related field. At least one year of experience supporting adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Prior experience in job coaching, vocational training, or supervision. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to assess vocational skills, strengths, and limitations. Ability to demonstrate instructional techniques and task modeling. Attention to detail and strong documentation skills. Working knowledge of standard office equipment and basic computer applications (Word, Excel). Understanding of individualized support needs and person-centered services. Physical Requirements / Working Conditions This is a primarily non-sedentary role requiring standing and walking up to 90% of the workday. Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and assist with work-related tasks. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Work occurs in employment settings and community locations. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in accordance with state and federal law. Equal Opportunity Employer Vocational Visions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal or California law.