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Workability Job Coach

United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States


Workability is a dynamic, department of local non-profit UCP of Southern Arizona. Workability is an individualized and supportive employment program dedicated to preparing people with disabilities for sustainable work opportunities in the Yuma and surrounding areas. Join our team and you will be part of a mission-driven not-for-profit.

Flexible schedule that includes afternoons, evenings, and weekends

A tenured team that prioritizes employee training, recognition, and communication while providing top notch services to our client

Benefits for eligible employees

Job Duties

Complete required WorkAbility Job Coach Trainings

Support our clients in their workforce readiness journey in ways such as

Teaching pre-employment skills and classes to help set clients up for success

Providing instruction and guidance while the individual is learning their job

Provide ongoing support to ensure the individual is maintaining their skills and is successful at their job

Providing feedback and documentation of client performance as required

Building and maintaining professional relationships with employers to instill best practices and demonstrate the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities.

Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with our clients, families, businesses, and our administrative team

Commit to ongoing training and continued development of skillset

Ensure that any needed trainings/certifications requirements are kept up to date

Adhere to all agency policies and requirements

18 years of age or older

Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites

Hold or eligible to obtain Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and DES/CPS/APS clearance

Hold or ability to obtain CPR/FA certification

Ability to lift 50 pounds and meet the physical requirements of active individuals

Proficient Computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Google Drive, emails etc.

Ability to work independently and also collaborate in a team environment

Must have strong verbal/written communication skills

Must be able to demonstrate business professionalism

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Behavioral Health, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field

Two years working with individuals with disabilities as a job coach, teaching assistant, habilitation provider, etc.

At United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Arizona, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Arizona will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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