Job Coach for Supported Employment
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Toward Maximum Independence
Corona, CA, US
Summary
Provide hands-on training, support, and supervision to clients with developmental disabilities in community-based vocational settings. Facilitate career development through resume building, interview preparation, and active participation in Individualized Program Plan meetings.
Job Description
Job Coach for Supported Employment
Turn your passion into purpose by helping adults with developmental disabilities thrive.
Location:
Corona/Norco/Ontario area
Schedule:
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Friday/Saturday: Two 5-hour shifts per month, totaling 10 hours per month
About Supported Employment at TMI
Our Supported Employment program provides individualized job coaching to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) succeed in meaningful, community-based employment. Services are delivered at a 1:1 ratio for individual placements and small group support (up to 1:3), ensuring personalized guidance every step of the way.
What We Offer
- Highly trained Job Coaches providing hands-on, on-site support
- Resume building, interview preparation, and job development
- Job placement in fully integrated community settings
- Ongoing coaching to support long-term success and independence
- Strong partnerships with local employers across various industries
Our Approach
We focus on matching each individual with the right job, fostering dignity, independence, and self-respect in the workplace. From initial assessment through long-term support, we empower individuals to build lasting careers in their communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide training, support, and supervision to clients in vocational settings
- Foster relationships by helping build a strong circle of support, including family and community members
- Create and implement individualized adaptive support materials as needed
- Encourage and expand client participation in integrated employment opportunities
- Assist in developing and carrying out annual plans, goals, and objectives
- Participate in Individualized Program Plan (IPP) meetings
- Provide same-day shift coverage as needed, per supervisor direction
Benefits*
- Employer-sponsored Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Generous 401(k) Employer Match
- Accrued Sick & Vacation Hours, along with Years of Service Pay, and Paid Holidays
- Employee discount program (discounts at the SD Zoo, Legoland, dining, gyms, and so much more!)
- Wellness Program with Prize-Winning Monthly Challenges
- Quarterly Opportunity Draws
- Mileage Reimbursement – if applicable
- Free Access to Newly Remodeled Fitness Center at the San Diego Office
- Employee Assistance Program
* Some of the above benefits apply to full-time employees only.
Minimum Experience and Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Experience: 1 year working in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferred
- Driving: 3 years driving experience; own vehicle for transportation
About Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in leading meaningful, inclusive lives within their communities. Our mission is to empower individuals to build independence, develop skills, and engage in real-world employment and relationships.
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Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is a nonprofit agency that assists children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and veterans with disabilities.
TMI works with individuals to achieve their lifelong goals; to live in their own homes in the community, to secure paid employment by working in “real jobs for real pay” and to maintain family unity or assure that all children are part of a caring family.
We accomplish this by providing supports tailored to meet their individual needs. TMI looks forward to a time when all people, including those most vulnerable, will be naturally accepted and included in community life. Until that time, TMI will continue to provide vital supports to those whose quality of life depends on it.
Founded
1981
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
San Diego, CA
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is a nonprofit agency that assists children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and veterans with disabilities.
TMI works with individuals to achieve their lifelong goals; to live in their own homes in the community, to secure paid employment by working in “real jobs for real pay” and to maintain family unity or assure that all children are part of a caring family.
We accomplish this by providing supports tailored to meet their individual needs. TMI looks forward to a time when all people, including those most vulnerable, will be naturally accepted and included in community life. Until that time, TMI will continue to provide vital supports to those whose quality of life depends on it.
Founded
1981
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
San Diego, CA