Job Coach - Supported Employment Program

Join the BuildAbility Team as a Job Coach

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk? Currently, we're on the lookout for Job Coaches to lend support to participants in our Supported Employment Program.

Why work with us:

• Meaningful Mission: Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity, anti-racism, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $18.00 - $20.00/hour, along with a generous benefits package.
• If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

Our Supported Employment Program:

• This is a program that helps individuals find a job and develop the skills needed to be successful in that job.
• A job coach will provide support and training to help individuals learn how to complete job tasks and understand the company's policies and procedures.

As a Job Coach, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting individuals at their workplace to complete tasks successfully.
• Helping individuals adjust to the workplace culture and understand the workplace policies.
• Providing hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the individual’s work tasks to help them improve.
• Developing a relationship with workplace supervisors to gain feedback on the individual’s performance and to help create a workplace environment that will maximize the individual’s success.
• Using BuildAbility’s digital program to log the individual’s progress and performance.

Schedule:

• Part-time (20-25 hours)
• Day shift, Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• Hours assigned are subject to change weekly based on availability

Work Location:

• San Fernando Valley
• Pasadena/Glendale region
• North Hollywood
• Santa Clarita Valley

Compensation:

• Starting at $18.00- $20.00/hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time (56 hours)
• Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Opportunity for Career Advancement

Required Qualifications:

• Optimistic attitude and ability to give encouraging verbal feedback regularly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must pass a DOJ Live Scan fingerprinting background clearance.
• Valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Willing to travel: 75% - 100%.
• Proof of full vaccination (+ Booster Shot) or submit a request for accommodation based upon a medical condition or deeply held religious belief.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Spanish speaking.
• Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities. If you don’t have experience, we will provide on-the-job training. Some of our best staff did not have experience prior to being hired at BuildAbility!