Vocational Traner (Job Coach) at EXCEED in Riverside, CA

Join Our Team: Vocational Trainer (Job Coach)

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with special needs? Join EXCEED, where we are dedicated to empowering individuals with special abilities to develop workplace skills, increase independence, and achieve their employment goals.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate Vocational Trainer (Job Coach) to provide hands-on employment support to individuals in community-based workplace settings.

This is a community-based position and is not primarily office- or center-based. Vocational Trainers travel throughout the community in their personal vehicle to support clients at their individual job sites and may work with multiple clients at different locations during a single shift. EXCEED provides employment services throughout multiple cities within Riverside County and portions of San Bernardino County, so regular local travel between client and employer locations is an essential part of this position.

The Vocational Trainer provides individualized coaching and hands-on training in job duties, equipment use, workplace expectations, and safety. Responsibilities may also include coordinating employment supports, assisting with transportation needs, and supporting job development activities.

Vocational Trainers help develop client goals and assessments, document progress, implement behavior support strategies, communicate with employers and the program team, and advocate for clients in the workplace. This position plays an important role in promoting independence, building confidence, and helping each individual succeed in employment through a person-centered approach.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Hold a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Maintain state minimum auto insurance coverage.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Must pass Criminal Background Clearance.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to role model appropriate behavior and attitudes in professional settings.
• Availability and flexibility to work varying schedules.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to actively demonstrate and work alongside individuals in various entry-level positions.
• Routine activities include sitting, walking, and standing while instructing or observing individuals.
• Ability to endure extreme temperatures.
• Capacity to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity required to handle materials for diverse tasks.
• Proficiency in fine motor skills for completing paperwork.
• Awareness of occupational safety and temperature conditions.
• Coordination skills for lifting, carrying, climbing, and balancing.
• Agility for stooping, reaching, crouching, and crawling as needed.

Mental Abilities

• Ability to interpret instructions and effectively communicate with individuals.
• Proficiency in mathematics to accurately complete necessary paperwork.
• Skill in meeting deadlines and ensuring timely submission of requested information.
• Sound judgment to advocate for individuals, identify safety hazards, and apply appropriate behavior modification techniques.

Reports to: Program Manager

Employment Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Schedule: Varies