Job Details Job Location Cleveland, OH 44103 - VGS - Cleveland, OH Education Level HS Diploma/GED   Salary Range $14.00 - $15.00 Hourly Job Shift Other - see details in job posting Description Location: Cuyahoga County Status: Part Time, Hourly FLSA Status: Nonexempt Vocational Guidance Services (VGS) changes lives and strengthens our communities through services that educate, empower, and provide the opportunity to earn a paycheck! VGS is a highly acclaimed, successful, private, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) vocational rehabilitation agency with over 130 years of dedicated experience serving persons with disabilities or other barriers to employment. We are currently seeking to hire a Job Coach to coordinate, implement, and support Community Based Work Adjustment Programs and Job Site Work Experience Programs in diverse vocational settings for all counties served in the Cleveland region. The Direct Support Professional will be responsible for performing the following duties. Train individuals with disabilities on various job tasks in a variety of job settings such as retail, custodial, clerical, etc. to assist the individual in learning job duties of their newly acquired job or temporary community based work adjustment (CBWA) assignment. Travel training may also be required as needed for individuals that need to learn how to take public transportation to get to their new place of employment. Hours vary based on the needs of the individuals but typically are between 20-40 hours per week. Assignments will vary and may extend beyond normal agency hours into evenings and weekends. Provide a variety of Job Coaching services to individuals with disabilities including but not limited to developing appropriate job-keeping behaviors, task analysis, development of skills in complete specific tasks, development of natural supports, and the identification and implementation of reasonable accommodations at the job site. Act as an advocate for the individual at the job site and/or work adjustment site. Provide referral information to the individuals served for necessary and appropriate community services to enhance their vocational success. Prepare and submit thorough and insightful daily case notes that chart an individuals progress, challenges and receptivity to direction and/or instruction provided. Provide services beyond normal agency hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm as required if available. Will also have opportunities to fill in as a substitute at agency facilities located at E. 55th and Hinckley Industrial Parkway and employer partner sites. Qualifications Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have reliable transportation to get to a variety of locations. In order to be considered for hire, applicants must complete all applicant questions, sign and submit the application. Vocational Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability & Veterans. VGS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA M/F/VET/DISABLED. VGS, Inc. provides employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities through set aside contracts with the Federal & State government. 75% of the hours worked under these contracts must be completed by individuals that are disabled for the work being performed. This must be documented by a medical professional or state agency. This can include physical, mental or developmental challenges.