WFS Job Coach

Position Summary
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This role provides and supports participant assessment, training, coaching, and job readiness services, and supervises employment services for both funded and unfunded program participants. Experience with persons with disabilities or disadvantages is preferred. Must pass background and driver record check.

Work Hours & Location
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Part‑time, 20–29 hours per week. Localized travel required, using company or personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and proof of personal auto insurance.

Wage
: $18.00 per hour.

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Education and/or Experience
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High school diploma or GED; or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Close: 8/16/26 - Ponderay,  - Part‑time/Hourly

• Assist with screening of referrals for appropriate program and service options.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, referral agencies, and team members.
• Ensure all paperwork and related activities are current, accurate, in compliance and timely.
• Provide hands‑on training, direct supervision, and support to participants at a variety of work locations.
• Gather accurate data needed to fulfill reporting requirements, including work behaviors and productivity.
• Make recommendations to supervisory staff on necessary changes in policy or management style.
• Assist with orientation of new referrals.
• Assist participants in achieving the highest level of independent functioning while receiving services.
• Thoroughly review intake, service plan, and supporting documentation for each participant, and assist with developing said items as requested.
• Perform job and task analysis.
• Monitor and record participant progress to ensure goals and objectives are met.
• Stay informed of current wage trends and job coaching techniques.
• Explain and demonstrate tasks according to employer expectations; work with participants on a variety of tasks to ensure individual understanding and achievement.
• Ability to perform all work tasks supervised; may work a variety of shifts and locations, including weekends and evenings.
• Provide services in accordance with all policies, procedures, and directives of Goodwill Industries; CARF standards; and principles of safety while protecting personnel and property.
• Work with staff to develop, monitor, and resolve skills training, vocational, or behavioral issues.
• Assist with providing and recommending job accommodations, including assistive technology needs.
• Provide support to participants to assist in achieving all vocational and non‑vocational goals.
• Model and train appropriate work behaviors and interpersonal skills.
• Provide training using multiple methods to reach all learning styles.
• Assist in developing natural supports for participants.
• Work collaboratively with Workforce and Family Services to provide participant services.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and directives of Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest assuring safety of personnel or property.
• Properly wear and maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain agency confidentiality; violation of confidentiality is cause for immediate dismissal.
• Comply with and promote good safety practices; maintain an orderly work area; comply with all health, safety, and fire standards and all local, state, and federal regulations (WISHA & OSHA).
• Other duties as assigned.