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Job Coach

The Job Coach is responsible to evaluate individuals with developmental disabilities, perform job coaching activities per established goals and ensure proper placement in employment in which the individual can be successful in their work. To create a healthy and safe environment for the individuals while assisting in the planning and implementation of programs, providing physical assistance, and working to help the individuals obtain an optimal level of independence.

Perform client and employer follow up and follow-along services as necessary for each individual.

Direct Support Professional

CLW provides day-hab and vocational services to adults with developmental disabilities in a day program setting. CLW Direct Support Professionals - DSPs do not work weekends and are not on call! You will never be forced to work over! Position may require, at times, for services to be provided in the residential setting.

We are looking for highly motivated Direct Support Professionals - DSPs for full-time, day shift positions (M-F) at our Akron, Ohio location to assist individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on quality care and daily activities, day-hab and vocational services. As a Direct Support Professional - DSP you will be responsible for working with a team to ensure the health & safety of our developmentally disabled clients.

Make a difference in their lives every day!

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in the areas of occupational and social skills.
• Prior experience carrying out behavior plans and other programs as written.
• Dealing appropriately and effectively with clients and staff.
• Relevant experience in a supervisory role.
• Effective communication (both written and verbal) and comprehension.

• Must be able to pass background check requirements.
• Pre-employment physical and drug testing required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid drivers license (No suspensions in past 5 yrs and no more than 6 points). Required to drive shuttle buses or vans.

The physical demands described are representative of those that each employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Manage various forms of physical and emotional stress.
• Mobility and the ability to assist with clients’ personal care, as needed.
• The ability to move and position clients.