Job Coach

Salary: $20-24 + Benefits ABOUT SEEC SEEC is a progressive nonprofit agency providing a wide range of community supports to help people with developmental disabilities live the lives they choose. Supports are provided solely in the community and are directed by the interests, needs, and aspirations of each person. Named as a Top Workplaces USA 2023, SEEC is a nationally recognized disability services provider in Maryland dedicated to progressive values and the belief that all those in the intellectual and developmental disability community can Live, Work and Thrive .

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ABOUT THE TEAM

The Employment Service Department assist with job advancement, job training, employer outreach, and job retention for supporting individuals. The Employment Service Team helps achieve each individual's goals at their job sites. IN THIS ROLE, YOU'LL: Implement Customized Employment procedures in developing productive and meaningful work site opportunities Develop, reassess, and update task analyses for primary tasks Develop natural supports, and other accommodations necessary to ensure individual is successful Get to know individuals outside of worksite, so can better assess holistic skills, abilities and supportneeds• conduct home visit, participate in preferred activities, etc.

Provide ongoing supports to caseload, assisting with any special needs and provide necessary supervision on and off job site (as defined by individuals' individual plan). Assist with organizing day-to-day transportation to and from job sites for individuals, and resolve any related ongoing issues. Provide ongoing training for individuals on work duties.

Assess individuals' strengths and weaknesses, and determine appropriateness of job site for each individual. Make recommendations to supervisor as to the level of "fit" a potential existing position may have with an individual. Clearly communicate job status and individual's progress with family, while also helping to work through any specific concerns or issues.

Communicate with employer and assist individual to resolve any grievances, or ongoing employer concerns. Implement individual's plans. Make recommendations to pull team together to discuss changes to the plan, or development of new goals, when needed. Implement individual behavioral plans. As needed, make referrals for assistance in behavioral situations, and make recommendations on new techniques or procedures, in an effort to improve plans.

Monitor individual's progress against agreed-upon goals, and document progress, as required, on documentation sheets. Update necessary supporting documentation, as required. (Including monthly attendance sheet, quick profiles, behavior plans, etc). Document all contacts with individual, family and employers. Make recommendations of necessary changes required to improve communications between all team members.

Work closely with Employment Services staff to ensure smooth operation of team, and the program. Manage one's own time week by week. Develop weekly schedules which tie into individual's plans and goals. Liaise with Employment Consultant to solve day to day issues and concerns ABOUT YOU High School Diploma or GED (AA or bachelor’s degree preferred) Minimum of 1 year experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, preferably in work services Have a deep understanding of customer service Will be creative, person-centered, detailed oriented, self-starter, capable of multitasking, familiar with Montgomery County Valid driver's license and ability to drive around Montgomery County strongly preferred Microsoft and other computer skills is required Must be able to stand for prolong periods of time Ability to lift 50lbs.

WE OFFER Health, Dental & Vision Plans. Competitive Pay STD & Basic Life Insurances Matching 403B Paid Vacation. Tuition Assistance Program. Employee Program Assistance. And more! SEEC is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce in an inclusive culture environment. SEEC does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.