Learning to Thrive is seeking full–time (30 - 35 hours per week) Job Coaches to provide support and advocacy for adults with developmental disabilities. This open position is for our new location in Grass Valley, CA.

The Job Coach serves to provide unconditional and exceptional assistance to all participants requiring help with employment and related activities, activity inclusion and appropriate social inclusion.

The Job Coach serves to ensure the safety of all participants at all times.  The Job Coach reports to the Program Instructor / Case Manager, Job Developer, Program Coordinator, and Program Director.

Summary of Job Duties:

• Develop and implement assist in development and growth in various employment / pre-employment skills

• by being competent in leading/directing/facilitating activities for participants. 
• by being competent in providing leadership/guidance to staff members serving in a support role
• by being competent in writing an outcome based individualized plan that meets the needs of the individual being served.

• Perform necessary documentation (daily documentation, case notes, etc.) as assigned/required

• by knowing which participants, you are responsible for
• by completing necessary documentation legibly and completely within the timeframe stated by management

• Support Program Instructor(s), Case Managers and Program Assistants during activity period(s) by providing assistance to individuals.

• by collaborating with the participant and their support network.
• by ensuring participants are given optimal support to achieve desired outcomes

• Provide training/guidance/support to newly hired and/or current team members in the areas of effective activity implementation, participant engagement and participants special needs

• by ensuring new team members are aware of the specific types of learning styles of each participant
• by ensuring new team members are aware of specific strategies in place to optimize the learning experience of each participant

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS

• Use of sound judgment at all times
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions in English
• Ability to speak clearly and succinctly in English and in a manner that can be heard across a room through normal noise levels of the Day Program environment
• Ability to effectively use basic computer programs (MS Office, Internet, Email)
• Ability to type documents (approx. 30 words per minute) and save to appropriate locations
• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time throughout the entire workday
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs independently
• Ability to offer exceptional customer service to staff members, participants, family members, care providers, Regional Center representatives, community members and others
• Participation in all staff meetings and trainings per request of management or be able to acquire meeting/training materials and demonstrate adequate knowledge and understanding of materials.

Job Requirements:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old at the time of hire
• Proof of clearance through the Department of Justice via Livescan 
• Department of Motor Vehicle Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Possession of a current certificate in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Possession of a current certificate in Standard First aid (SFA).
• Proof of passing a pre-placement physical and back assessment.
• Proof of negative TB test within the past twelve (12) months.

*If you receive a “conditional offer of employment”, Learning to Thrive can assist employees obtain items that they may need to meet these requirements as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour DOE.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday (Typically 8:00am – 3:30pm) 
• A variable schedule may be available (based on participants’ needs) 

How to Apply:

Email a cover letter and resume to Program Director, Patti Damon at [email protected]   

Learning to Thrive, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer