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Desert Haven Enterprises

Job Coach

Lancaster, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Job Coach Location Lancaster, CA | On-Site Employment Type Full-Time || Non-Exempt About the Company Since 1954, Desert Haven has supported individuals with developmental disabilities in building ...

Desert Haven Enterprises

Job Coach

Lancaster, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Job Coach Location Lancaster, CA | On-Site Employment Type Full-Time || Non-Exempt About the Company Since 1954, Desert Haven has supported individuals with developmental disabilities in building ...

Desert Haven Enterprises

Job Coach

Lancaster, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Job Coach Location Lancaster, CA | On-Site Employment Type Full-Time || Non-Exempt About the Company Since 1954, Desert Haven has supported individuals with developmental disabilities in building ...

Desert View Schools

DVMS Learning Coach

Yuma, AZ · On-site

The learning coach is responsible for taking students through Desert View Academy's academic goals with the key aim of helping the student understand the program and pass any tests or exams that may ...

Desert View Schools

DVMS Learning Coach

Yuma, AZ

The learning coach is responsible for taking students through Desert View Academy's academic goals with the key aim of helping the student understand the program and pass any tests or exams that may ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for desert coach in the United States is $19.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Desert Coach is a professional who guides individuals or groups through desert environments, providing expertise in navigation, survival skills, and personal development. They may work in outdoor adventure programs, corporate team-building retreats, or personal coaching sessions that leverage the unique challenges of the desert to foster growth and resilience. Responsibilities can include leading excursions, teaching survival techniques, and offering mental coaching to help clients overcome obstacles.

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Job Coach

Desert Haven Enterprises

Lancaster, CA • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Coach
Location
Lancaster, CA | On-Site
Employment Type
Full-Time || Non-Exempt
About the Company
Since 1954, Desert Haven has supported individuals with developmental disabilities in building independent, meaningful lives within their communities. Our programs focus on developing life, social, and vocational skills that empower the individuals we serve to reach their highest level of independence and personal success.
We are committed to providing compassionate, person-centered support that recognizes each individual's unique strengths, goals, and choices.
Position Summary
The Job Coach provides on-the-job training, support, and guidance to consumers participating in community-based employment and paid internship programs. This role helps individuals develop job skills, achieve workplace independence, and meet employer expectations while ensuring a safe, supportive, and professional work environment. The Job Coach serves as a liaison between consumers, employers, and agency staff to promote successful employment outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide hands-on job coaching, training, and support to consumers at community-based employment sites.
  • Assist consumers in learning job duties, workplace expectations, and safe work practices.
  • Complete task analyses and monitor consumer progress toward independence.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including daily case notes, evaluations, schedules, and incident reports.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with employers, supervisors, and community partners.
  • Attend consumer-related meetings, staff meetings, and training sessions as assigned.
  • Ensure confidentiality of all consumer information and maintain professional conduct at all times.
  • Support consumers using individualized coaching methods that encourage independence and natural workplace supports.
  • Monitor workplace safety and comply with agency policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
  • Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding significant events, concerns, or consumer progress.

Qualifications
Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification.
  • Minimum of one year of supervisory or related work experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and basic computer skills.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel between worksites using a personal vehicle.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive working relationships.

Preferred
  • Degree in a related field.
  • Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.
  • Experience in vocational training, employment services, or community-based support programs.

Schedule & Compensation
This is a full-time position with a variable schedule based on client and assignment needs. Employees typically work between 25�35 hours per week, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week depending on assignments. Candidates must be available to work flexible hours Monday through Friday, as well as weekends, between 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m.
Employees are required to use a personal vehicle to travel between work sites. Reimbursed travel time and mileage are provided at the established company rate.
  • Employees working more than five hours per shift will receive one 30-minute unpaid, off-duty meal period. In addition, employees working less than six hours per shift will receive one paid, off-duty break, while employees working more than six hours per shift will receive two paid, off-duty breaks.
  • Hourly Rate: $19 per hour

Benefits
  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay, including Paid Birthday Holiday and Paid Year-End Closure
  • 401(k) Pension Plan
  • Life Insurance

How to Apply
Ready to grow your career with Desert Haven? We'd love to hear from you! Submit your resume through our online application portal to be considered for this opportunity. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community.
Apply today � your next opportunity starts here!
Desert Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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