Job Coach-PRN

Are you looking for a purpose-driven career? At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying.

Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas, serving over 55,000 adults and children annually. For over 50 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services to people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In addition to behavioral health care, Metrocare provides primary care centers for adults and children, services for veterans and their families, accessible pharmacies, housing, and supportive social services. Alongside clinical care, researchers and teachers from Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education & Research are advancing mental health beyond Dallas County while providing critical workforce to the state.

Job Description:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Provide an array of services that will assist and support individuals with developmental disabilities in an individualized, integrated community setting with job coaching services. Serves as a Liaison between CDDS, business community and other center personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the job.

• Develop effective job coaching and employment plans
• Communicate with individuals to understand their goals and ambitions
• Assist individuals to discover and overcome their personal barriers and set goals
• Assess the strengths of individuals and teach them to use them effectively
• Guide individuals in learning to complete job tasks
• Help in the development of motivation and skills
• Assist individuals with disabilities in developing social and life skills
• Advise on workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities
• Monitor and evaluate progress of individuals
• Keep records and documentation and prepare appropriate reports
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

The competencies listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
 

• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the ethical standards of conduct, state contract, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Analytical skills, professional acumen, business ethics, thorough understanding of continuous improvement processes, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, and excellent communication skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple task and special projects simultaneously.
• Able to work autonomously with minimal or no supervision.
• Able to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors Degree in human services field or
• High School Diploma or equivalent required, plus (+) 1-2 years-experience in providing services to individuals with disabilities.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or American Sign Language a plus.

COMPETENCIES:

• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to work with reports and numbers.
• Ability to calculate moderately complex figures and amounts to accurately report activities and budgets.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to utilize Internet for resources.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas Driver License within three (3) months.
• UNT certifications
• Job Skills Training
• Job Placement Training
• Supported Employment Training

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to talk and hear, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone. Due to the multi-site responsibilities of this position the incumbent must be able to carry equipment and supplies (up to 15 pounds).
• The position requires standing and/or walking in excess of 7 hours a day.

TRAVEL:

• In county travel required
• None-to-Negligible travel outside of the county.

NOTICE ON POSITIONS THAT REQUIRE TRAVEL TO/FROM VARIOUS WORKSITES
Positions that are community-based, in whole or part, require the incumbent to travel between various worksites within his/her workday/workweek. The incumbent is required to have reliable transportation that can facilitate this requirement. The incumbent is further required to meet the criteria for insurability by the Centers risk management facilitator; and produce proof of minimal auto liability coverage when applicable. Failure to meet these terms may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, contract, or other status with Metrocare.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment describe here is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level may vary between low and mild.
• The work environment should not be unusually hot or cold.

This job description is a record of major aspects of the job but is not an all-inclusive job contract. Dallas Metrocare Services maintains its status as an at-will employer and nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to guarantee employment for any length of time. Additional tasks may be assigned as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor. The positions status conforms to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1939 as amended, and the employee has agreed to the standards methods of compensation in compliance with Centers procedures and Federal Law.

Benefits Information and Perks:

Metrocare couldn’t have a great employee-first culture without great benefits. That’s why we offer a competitive salary, exceptional training, and an outstanding benefits package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement Plan, including employer matching

• Health Savings Account, including employer matching

• Professional Development allowance up to $2000 per year

• Bilingual Stipend – 6% of the base salary

• Many other benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Tobacco-Free Facilities - Metrocare is committed to promoting the health, well-being, and safety of Metrocare team members, guests, and individuals and families we serve while on the facility campuses. Therefore, Metrocare facilities and grounds are tobacco-free.
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