Job description

$500 sign-on bonus after 30 days of employment!

What is a Job Coach?

Our job coaches work with people with intellectual or developmental disabilities to promote independence through employment. Whether it's working for a local school or grocery store, or continuing their own micro-enterprise, you'll help teach them basic employment skills, encourage them in the work they're doing, and help support them when they're in need.

FAQ:

What is the personnel ratio? Each job coach has a case load of individuals that they work with 1:1.

Is there training available? Yes! NeMCMHA offers 100% paid training.

Do I need a CNA license in order to apply? No! We do encourage people with experience to apply, but no license is required.

LOCATION:

• This posting takes place on-site. Due to the nature of the work, remote employment is currently unavailable for this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental illness preferred.
• Must possess ability to communicate effectively with consumers, families, providers, and the business community.
• Good organization, communication and writing skills.

Other:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record as determined by the agency.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a job coach you will:

• Work with consumers at their place of employment to teach appropriate work behavior, social skills and to insure quality job performance.
• Assist with consumer’s micro enterprise, which includes marketing products.
• Be involved in "person-centered” planning meetings with consumers and will play an integral role in assisting consumers with their dreams, desires, and needs related to community employment.
• Serve as a liaison with employers and CMH employment staff.
• Insure consumer safety and report any safety concerns to the consumer’s employer, employment services staff.
• Facilitate natural supports in the work place and community.
• Show the ability to write a task analysis/job description and provide regular updates on job tasks to employment service staff.
• Assist with reasonable job accommodations when necessary.
• Provide community support services as necessary to facilitate consumer and scheduling needs.

Benefits:

• Short-term Disability
• Dental
• Vision
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous leave time package
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

Who are we?

Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority is a CARF accredited behavioral health organization located in Alpena, Michigan on the beautiful shores of Lake Huron. We service Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle counties with the purpose to provide comprehensive services and supports that enable people to live and work independently.

Our goal is to offer employees the best of both worlds: a positive and exciting work environment with a healthy and balanced home life. Our region offers a peaceful up north living with year round recreational opportunities.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alpena, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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