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WorkSource Oregon Direct Support Professional/Job Coach in Klamath Falls, Oregon
Required: * Minimum 18 years of age * High School diploma or equivalent * Possess and maintain valid driver\'s license, and insured vehicle that meets minimum State of Oregon insurance requirements * Pre-employment Background Check * Basic computer skills * Use cloud-based software programs Preferred: * 1 year experience delivering direct support services to people with disabilities or direct care services either in classroom, place of employment, day care, medical, or residential settings * Current CPR/First Aid Certifications or obtain within 30 days of hire * Core Competency & Training Certifications for Employment Professionals or obtain within 60 days of hire Summary: The Job Coach is a direct support professional (DSP) and is responsible for a variety of duties related to the support and overall care of individuals with disabilities who are working or exploring work in the community. A Job Coach helps people learn their job, communicate with coworkers or explore community jobs. They can really make a difference in the life of someone by supporting them to learn the skills for the job and interact with their supervisors and coworkers. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) can make a difference in the life of someone by supporting daily life skills, encourage community interactions, build a social network, go on outings, and have a great time while getting paid to do so. This could include direct support of program specific requirements and implementation of: * Vocational support plan with identified limitations * Individual Support Plans (ISP), Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) * Individual goals Work Location: Work is performed at various locations in the community based on customer needs. Pay and Hours: * Starting wage: \$15.05 plus per hour DOE * Mileage and hourly pay to/from all work/client locations * Paid time for all assignments * Monthly phone stipend * Work hours vary and are generally 32-40 hours per week * Must be willing to work morning, afternoon or evening shift along with weekend availability * Schedules vary based on need