Job Coach - Fairlawn

Founded over ninety years ago, Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is committed to the vision of eliminating poverty through our mission of empowering individuals, strengthening families, and inspiring communities.Goodwill team members are at the heart of this mission. They are the very individuals we aim to empower, part of the families we want to strengthen, and members of the communities we want to inspire. Through a team-centered model, Goodwill is more connected to the areas we serve.Our team members are the ones who drive innovation, further the impact we make for those we serve, and define the very culture of our organization.

What is a team-centered culture exactly? It's a commitment to team member development, improved and efficient processes, and a dedication to providing the support needed to be successful. From our retail locations, to our production teams, support staff, and those on the front lines of our mission work, every role within the organization is a vital. Collaboration on all levels, sets up both the individual and the organization for success.We would love to have YOU be a part of that success - apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Complete task analysis of job duties.
• Provides orientation to job site, new employer and co-workers. Advocate for the participant. Assures participant receives same benefits as non-disabled co-workers and integration into the normal flow of the workday.
• Provide on the job training to establish the participant into competitive employment. Provide behavioral skills and ancillary training to maintain employment.
• Work closely with employer/co-workers in the development of a supportive work environment. Train employer/co-worker in disability awareness.
• Assist in the provision of on-going assessment and support, including regular feedback from the employer, behavioral data related to work, speed, proficiency, need for staff assistance to identify on-going support needs.
• Maintain individual data and report progress to other service providers, parents, other support persons. Completes written monthly reports and invoices for billing purposes.
• Conduct and participate in meetings as needed which may include GIV staff, school personnel, outside agency members, family members, advocates, etc. to review participant progress, performance, or proposed changes in individual program plans. Assist participant/family in accessing community resources. Make referrals as needed.
• Counsel participants on behavior and performance as necessary, consulting with other GIV staff and assuring required documentation.
  
• Responsible for managing assigned case records including the program plan, reviews, progress reports, and other required documentation in accordance with GIV policy and procedure and other applicable standards.
  
• Act as Mandated Reporter as defined by the State of Virginia Human Rights Act.
  
• As a staff person is responsible for the safety of those workers in his/her charge via implementation of the safety procedures and policies of the organization.
  
• Maintain confidentiality as it pertains to participants.
  
• Maintain knowledge of and participation in ISO and/or CARF procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Basic knowledge of computer use, basic record-keeping skills, good time management.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• A valid driver's license and the ability to provide proof of insurance is required to drive personal vehicle on company business.
• Must be able to successfully complete the following in-house training within the first 90 days of employement:
  
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • MR Orientation
  • Human Rights Training
  • Mandated Reporting
  • On-line supported employment certificate
  
  

Empowering Individuals * Strengthening Families * Inspiring Communities