Job Description
TITLE: Summer Youth Job Coach Status: Non-Exempt
Employee (print name):
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JOB SUMMARY
Job Scope: A currently competent mental health provider who provides vocational
rehabilitation services as well as job coaching services to Harbor funding and referral sources
on a temporary basis. Physical: The physical demands described are representative of those
that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Mobility and ability
to sit, bend, reach and lift 10 lbs.
Education/Experience/Other Requirements:
Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED equivalent. Bachelor’s degree with
teaching/training or related experience preferred.
Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word.
Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and be deemed
insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.
CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.
Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties:
DOCUMENTATION
1. Responsible for the quality and completeness of the electronic record.
2. Responsible for accurate and timely documentation which includes, but is not limited to:
Daily and Weekly Progress Notes, Monthly Participant Evaluations, Detailed Job-Task
Analysis, Incident Report forms and any other forms necessary to document coaching
services.
3. Types documentation in the format appropriate and acceptable to Harbor.
EVALUATION
4. Analyzes jobs and work environments at worksites and breaks down jobs into trainable
steps.
5. Maintains communication with funding/referral source weekly to provide update on youth’s
progress.
6. Assesses client readiness for employment and formulates appropriate interventions to
assist the client in making progress towards setting and achieving their employment goals.
7. Assists the client in identifying and communicating his/her interests, skills, and aptitudes to
assist in exploring possible vocational choices.
8. When working with minors, ensures minor labor laws are being adhered to regarding break
requirements, work schedule, work activities, equipment/tool use, and that all safety
procedures are being followed.
9. May assist the client in gaining information on the effects of employment on entitlements /
financial assistance that the client may be receiving (i.e., SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare,
Section 8, Food Stamps) to assist the client in making an informed choice.
ONGOING INTERVENTIONS
10. Provides individual and/or group job coaching at work site.
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11. May assist the client in developing employment opportunities as well as the skills to obtain
and maintain employment
12. May make home visits/outreach to engage clients in vocational services
13. Consults with supervisor regarding appropriate referrals for client to vocational services and
community programs.
14. Provides support, education (i.e., benefits counseling, advantages of employment) and
consultation to clients, families, and/or significant others.
15. Assists client in learning job skills as needed, individually or in groups.
16. Performs community outreach for the purpose of client engagement, and necessary support
services.
COLLABORATION
21. Assists the client and family in increasing social support skills and networks.
22. Coordinates evaluations and assessments by internal and/or external providers.
23. Monitors all services identified in the CRP, IEP, BESI and DSI.
24. Provides assistance in gaining access to essential community resources and linking with
appropriate vocational resources (OOD, ODJFS, BWC, etc.).
25. Attends all required meetings and trainings
SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS
26.Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies,
and demonstrates continued growth.
General Competencies/Performance Expectations:
1. Utilizes IT system and other system software programs appropriately.
2. Reaches conclusions promptly and takes definite course of action.
3. Plans and organizes work for maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
4. Utilizes supervision appropriately.
5. Utilizes time off appropriately and consistent with Harbor policies.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
Core Value Competencies - TRUSTED
Team Player
Responsive & Respectful
Understanding
Safe
Talented
Executes
Dedicated
Listens & learns without judgement
Easy to approach, invites my opinion
Knowledgeable, skilled & technically proficient
Gets things done, gets results
Work Ethic
