Job Coach Manager

Chrysalis Utah LLC

Job Coach Manger

Ogden Area - Riverdale, UT

Hourly Wage : $19.50- $22.00

Chrysalis is a company that provides a variety of support services for at-risk adults and / or juveniles with intellectual disabilities.

These individuals may also have a variety of medical issues. This position requires the ability to work in stress-filled and safety-sensitive environments, make crucial decisions in regards to the care and treatment of at-risk individuals, and possess the ability to communicate those decisions effectively to the individual's team.

Under the general supervision of the Employment Specialist, the Job Coach will be responsible to facilitate Vocational Rehabilitation supported and customized employment services.

These services include training the individuals on essential job duties, establishing relationships with the individual’s employer and coworkers, supervising the individuals in their job, and all other functions independently within the constraints of Chrysalis policies and procedure to assure individuals receive the highest quality of services possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Communicate effectively with individuals.
• Punctuality and regular / consistent attendance at the worksite are required and the employee must be able to adhere to their workplace schedule to ensure proper oversight of individuals.
• Stay awake, responsive, and communicate effectively with individuals.
• Conduct interviews.
• Supervise all employment team members and conduct plan of action plans.
• Build relationships with employers.
• Teach individuals daily living skills.
• Manage employment calendars.
• Attending Team meeting for clients.
• Prepare ACRE correlation agenda.
• Attend VR Meetings.
• Daily monitoring of employer needs.
• Plan appropriate activities for the individuals.
• Create opportunities for people to increase quality of life.
• Complete the USOR 93 form for each individual monthly.
• Update Employment Support Plans.
• Submit timesheets on time.
• Track hours.
• Coordinate with Job Coaches and Residential managers.
• Audit and upload VR summaries into fusion correctly and on time.
• Request Job Coaching Authorizations.
• Complete lump sum authorization forms to justify billing.
• Support the individual’s choices.
• Provide a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
• Implement Person Centered Plans.
• Supervise individuals according to the Supervision Guidelines.
• Follow Behavioral Plans.
• Covering Job Coach shifts.
• Assist and supervise individuals with taking the appropriate medication.
• Complete necessary administrative tasks within established time frames.
• Complete and document all documentation required by Chrysalis and the State.
• Maintain communication with the Residential manager regarding the individual’s needs

Requirements

• Minimum of least 21 years old.
• Pass and maintain a passable criminal background check and LEIE per state regulations.
• Be eligible to drive according to Chrysalis policy.
• Should possess the ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.

Training and Certifications :

• Certified through Association of Community Rehabilitation Educator (ACRE) Employment Services Basic Level.
• Complete all initial and on-going training requirements within established time frames.
• Complete annual CPR, First Aid, and OSAH training (All Employees).
• Obtain and maintain SOAR certification (All Employees).

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Understand policies and follow the Provider Code of Conduct / Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation Policy according to state standards.
• Excellent public relations skills working with the individuals’ family.
• Ability to communicate effectively with medical, professional, and state employees.
• Demonstrate good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills working with the individual and co-workers.
• Demonstrate a service-oriented attitude.

Physical Demands and Work Environment : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; talk and / or hear;

uses hands to finger, feel, and handle objects; reach with arms, bend over, and stoop. Occasionally the employee is required to restrain an individual, and lift and / or move up to 35 pounds.

Work environment : While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to various environments including, but not limited to the following : aggressive individuals, may come into contact with blood and / or salvia, and other OPIM.

Duties may vary for different work locations in the community.

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