Job Coach Trainee - SPARK

Job Title

We envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth—regardless of ability or circumstance—and has equitable access and support to lead a life of their own design.

Are you looking for a new career path? Do you want to support others at their work sites? This may be the job for you!

We are looking for people with limited work experience who are interested in building the knowledge, confidence and workplace skills needed for success in competitive employment. In this position, you will develop the skills necessary to independently support participants in achieving their own employment goals.

Essential Duties:

• Complete required 36 hours of online, self-directed training in a timely manner
• Develop new skills through shadowing, observing, asking questions of mentors and supervisors
• Provide on-the-job training and support to participants at assigned community employment sites throughout Connecticut
• Regular travel throughout Fairfield and New Haven counties
• Assist participants in learning job duties, understanding workplace expectations, and communicating effectively at job sites through use of natural supports
• Maintain effective communication and act as liaison between employers and program participants
• Find and utilize community resources effectively
• Identify employment opportunities that align with participants' strengths, needs, interests, and preferences
• Complete all necessary assessments and documentation
• Maintain and adhere to established quality standards for all work performed by program participants while providing excellent customer service to employers
• Ensure compliance with all worksite safety rules, regulations, and procedures

Education and/or

Experience:

• High school diploma or GED and little to no experience providing vocational rehabilitation or employment support.

Requirements:

• The ability to independently travel to and from assigned locations throughout the state of Connecticut - including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation - is required.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or the ability to obtain)
• Certified Employment Specialist Professional (CESP) must be obtained after 9 months of employment

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week flexible based on the needs of the participants and program

Benefits:

• Paid time off (PTO) and dedicated sick time
• Paid holidays including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Paid and unpaid leave for bereavement, jury duty, disaster relief volunteer, family and non-FMLA medical leave, and military leave
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (for full-time employees)
• External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for full-time employees)
• 401K and profit sharing plan
• Educational benefits including DSP credentialing through the NADSP, tuition reimbursement, and tuition discounts at local colleges and universities
• Access to various voluntary insurances and benefits
• Staff recognition program
• Other financial benefits including Dayforce Wallet (On-Demand Pay), Marrakech's Home ownership Program, Perfect Attendance Bonus Program, recruitment referral bonus
• Other corporate discount programs

Marrakech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring and promotion of employees will be based upon qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected activity or any other basis prohibited by law.