The OPARC Mission

OPARC believes that all individuals deserve the human right to be valued members of society regardless of their intelligence or physical capabilities. OPARC exists to make training, employment, and social opportunities available and to be the champion for thousands of people with disabilities in Southern California.

Job Coach

Responsible for providing support services and on-the-job training for adults with developmental disabilities working in a community setting. Adhering to customer requirements as specified in individual site contracts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Client Services

• Provide social and vocational skills training as required for the adults with developmental disabilities to maintain employment.
• Assign correct job placement/assignments to enhance or improve adults with developmental disabilities capabilities.
• Effectively address problems that hinder employment such as inappropriate or aggressive behavior, grooming and hygiene, attendance issues, productivity, etc.
• Address adults with developmental disabilities complaints and grievances in accordance with OPARC policy.
• Assist case managers in developing and implementing Individual Habilitation Service Plan (IHSP) objectives.
• Advocate on behalf of the adults with developmental disabilities as needed.
• Provide accurate and complete documentation for adults with developmental disabilities records as required.
• Maintain and have immediate access to a working adult with developmental disabilities file that includes emergency medical information and IHSP objectives.
• Assist in coordination, implementation and direct support of activities and fundraisers for all adults with developmental disabilities.
• Must spend 75% or more of the work day providing direct care to adults with developmental disabilities.

Employment Services

• Set a good example by following rules and directives of community employer, displaying to adults with developmental disabilities the proper techniques, habits, and proper work ethic for community employment.
• Continually analyze the assigned work environment and make recommendations to Supported Employment Manager for any improvement to increase quality and quantity of work produced by each adults with developmental disabilities or to enhance the work experience for the adult with developmental disabilities.
• Maintain the highest level of quality standards through continual inspection of adults with developmental disabilities work in accordance with individual site contract requirements.
• Analyze and correct situations that have a negative impact on overall performance of the individual adult with developmental disabilities or the overall group as it relates to performing contract duties.
• Maintain current Enclave Daily Schedule for all site related responsibilities.
• Communicate any changes or adjustments to the Enclave Daily Schedule as requested by customer to the Supported Employment Manager.
• Correctly operate manufacturing equipment as related to specific job requirements.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, while ensuring the safety of all persons assigned.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent, A.A. degree and one year experience in the field of development disabilities preferred experience in vocational work training or teaching helpful.
• Demonstrates basic competency in the following areas; behavior modification techniques; record keeping; maintaining confidentiality mathematics skills; effectively communicate both written and orally problem solving abilities.
• Must have a valid CA driver’s license, 5 years driving experience, clear driving record, safe reliable transportation and proof of current vehicle insurance.
• Current CPR and First Aid training required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. by self, standing, walking, sitting, pushing, bending, pulling, squatting and working outside in the elements required.
• Repetitive motion may be necessary; use chemicals in accordance with manufacturer’s labeled instructions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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