Employment Specialist/Job Coach (Temporary)

Athens, AL
Full Time
Experienced
EMPSPEJOBCHCH05042026-2

JOB TITLE: Employment Specialist/Job Coach (Temporary)

Bargaining Unit Status:  Non-Bargaining Unit

FULL-TIME   (hours per week: 40)     WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This is a 10-week temporary assignment; the position may end earlier based on program needs or organizational discretion.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of one year’s experience in a rehabilitation, non-profit facility, or comparable setting in the area(s) of case management, service provision, working with individuals with various disabilities, job development, job placement, follow-up, and training.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and general computer operation is required
  • Experience in marketing and public relations. 
  • Strong working knowledge of disability management and awareness.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be authorized for coverage under agency insurance if operating an agency vehicle, have a good driving record, a valid driver’s license, and/or the required level of personal auto insurance.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, per company requirements.
  • Ability to communicate with tact and maintain confidentiality.
  • Adequate ability in communicating in spoken conversation – adequate volume of speech.
  • Adequate ability in writing/reading/mathematics.
  • Ability to effectively build and maintain positive working relationships with management and peers.
  • Strong organizational, project planning, and management experience with proven analytical and multi-tasking skills.
  • Superior listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in general reporting and basic case file management.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Team lead and/or Director of Vocational Services

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:
None

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY:
The Temporary JET Site Job Coach will work directly with other Phoenix staff and high school students with disabilities participating in the Job Exploration Training (JET) program. This 10-week position provides hands-on guidance, support, and instruction at assigned community-based work sites for participants. The Job Coach will assist students in learning job tasks, encourage positive work habits, and ensure a safe and successful training experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Complete training as assigned.
  • Provide information as requested for various statistical requirements.
  • Maintain reporting and records as outlined by policy, referral source, and accreditation requirements.
  • Have working knowledge of current contract requirements, AbilityOne regulations, CARF standards, social security guidelines, Phoenix mission/policies, departmental goals and objectives, and other sponsoring agency guidelines.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO THIS POSITION MAY INCLUDE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

Employment Specialist/Job Coach (JET) Job Exploration Training -Temporary Position
  • Supervise students at assigned JET community job sites.
  • Provide guidance and support as students learn job duties and workplace expectations.
  • Offer encouragement and instruction to promote independence and task completion.
  • Monitor attendance, engagement, and performance at the work site.
  • Serve as a liaison between Phoenix, the community sites, and the student to maintain positive relationships.
  • Address minor work site issues or concerns and report them to program leadership.
  • Maintain appropriate documentation of student progress, attendance, and site observations.
  • Follow established safety procedures and reinforce them with students.
  • Participate in team meetings, training, or briefings as required
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Adequate ability for conversation, telephone use, and emergency information systems.
  • Ability to be independently mobile on all surfaces and in all situations.
  • Ability to move safely in the work area.
  • Ability to retrieve items from high and low areas.
  • Ability to perceive size, discrimination, temperature, shapes, and/or textures.
  • Physical stamina to work at least 8 hours per day.
BEHAVIORAL CAPACITIES:
  • Must be able to change routine positively.
  • Must be able to follow through on assignments independently.
  • Must have good organizational skills.
  • Must have a long attention span to listen to people, perceive real problems, and bring issues to a successful conclusion.
  • Must be able to analyze many variables and choose the most effective course of action for the organization at any given point in time.
  • Must possess effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
  • Must have stable work behaviors daily.
  • Must have adequate individual coping skills.
  • Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
  • Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions even in emergencies.
  • Must be able to exercise good judgment to maintain a safe work environment.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Other duties as assigned.
RATE OF PAY: $18.00 per hour 

"Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities, including "disabled veterans" or veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on disability, being a veteran, female, minority, or in any other protected group. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
Phoenix internal and programmatic applicants, and individuals with disabilities, will receive first consideration."
 
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