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JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Job Coach

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Special Education

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt hourly

JOB SUMMARY:

This position involves assisting individuals experiencing developmental disabilities in the acquisition of

work maturity skills necessary to obtain employment and independently maintain employment in the

community. Job Coaches provide ongoing support to students working at various employment sites

within the community. This support is individual-based and centered around work-related goals that focus

on helping the consumer obtain the maximum level of independence within their job. Job Coaches

provide the supports necessary to ensure success at future employment opportunities. Service will be

provided at the student’s employment training.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consistently model appropriate work maturity skills and hold students to the same expectations.
• Uphold standards of work contract at all times, which may include finding a substitute if student

leaves early or is absent.

• Provide services to students without discrimination as to race, religion, sex, age, or disabling

condition.

• Monitor students work performance and provide feedback and prompts when needed.
• Provide proper documentation on all students work performance.
• Ensure safety is being maintained in the work environment at all times.
• Know and adhere to established agency policies, procedures, and childcare regulations. This includes

but is not limited to:

1. a) Attending agency and program orientation session with Supervisor or their designee.
2. b) Completing one observation session while service is being given at the students place of

employment.

1. c) Demonstrating competency in completing all required forms, time cards, and reports.

• Contact your supervisor with as much notice as possible if ill, or in the event of an emergency.
• Uphold and consistently follow program and licensing
• Maintain and model positive, professional working relationships with students and other school

staff.

• Attend required meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Must be able to transport students off site in a school vehicle to job training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Interpersonal:

• Must be a sensitive and mature individual who is able to relate well to adults.
• Demonstrated warmth, insight, interest, and respect for persons with disabilities.
• Able and knowledgeable to cope with emergency situations (i.e. accidents, CPR, seizures, etc.), in a

calm and efficient manner.

• Able to work well in a noisy environment, and demonstrate high levels of patience and positive

attitudes toward persons experiencing developmental disabilities.

• Able and willing to be a team player and to work cooperatively with their supervisor.
• Able to communicate effectively with the consumers and supervisors that they work with.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain current CPR/1st Aid Certificate, or willing to obtain one within 30 days from

date of hire.

• Possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma Drivers License
• Able to pass and provide a Background Check that meets State of Oklahoma requirements.