Job Description

DUTIES

The Job Coach provides supports in the community to individuals with an intellectual disability to assist them in employment and volunteer opportunities. Responsibilities will include:

Systematically analyzing job tasks and work environments to plan appropriate training. supervision and support services for clients.

Providing on-site training to teach clients job skills and employer expectations. while integrating naturally into the work site environment. Providing advocacy and support services to address clients' individual service needs. Providing regular contact to support networks including family/caregivers. family service worker. residential care providers and employers. Completing updates and reports to Supervisors regarding progress and/or needs of the clients. Conducting job/task analyses to determine basic elements of the job to be learned and performed by client; training clients to perform job tasks. Identifying and implementing adaptations to job duties or work environment to accommodate needs and abilities of the client. Educating work peers and work supervisors about the support needs of the client, at their work placement.. Securing feedback from employer regarding the performance of the client(s). Serving as a role model for clients. Providing transportation training to client(s). Providing advocacy services to assure the rights of the client(s) are protected. Teaching client(s) self management skills to ensure independence at the worksites. QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities and/or relevant post-secondary education. Valid drivers license and use of personal vehicle would be an asset. Clear Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse & Adult Abuse Registries required. Submit resume with cover letter to both: Cathy Zlotoff - Program Manager ; czlotoff@connectemployment.ca Christina De La Mothe Coordinator ; cdelamothe@connectemployment.ca
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Work Location: In person