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Peer Support Specialist - Ponderay, ID (Part-time)

Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest
place Ponderay, 83852
local_atm $16USD/HOUR
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Part Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Individuals
Peer Support
Law Enforcement/Fire/First Responders
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)

About Job

Employment Benefits: https://discovergoodwill.org/benefits/

OUR MISSION

Together, we create opportunities that change lives and strengthen communities.

OUR VISION

We believe in opportunities for all people.

OUR VALUES

Compassion

  • We respond to people with understanding, kindness, and respect.

Integrity

  • We are committed to the highest level of ethical practices and customer service.

Community

  • We value each team member equally and work together to meet the needs of our communities.

Summary:
As a Part-time Job Coach you will provide and support participant assessment, training, coaching, and job readiness services. Supervise and/or provide direct employment services to both funded and un-funded program participants earning commensurate or non-commensurate wages. Experience working with persons with disabilities/disadvantages preferred. Must pass background check, have flexible schedule, valid driver's license, and proof of personal auto insurance.

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  • Assist with screening of referrals for appropriate program and service options, as appropriate.
  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, referral agencies, and all team members.
  • Ensure all paperwork and related activities are current, accurate, in compliance and timely. Includes case notes, service reports, and time studies (if applicable).
  • Provide hands on training, direct supervision, and support to participants at a variety of work locations.
  • Gather accurate data needed to fulfill reporting requirements, to include 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. 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 understands job duties, and tasks are achievable.
  • Ability to perform all work tasks supervised. May work a variety of shifts and locations, including weekends and evenings, depending upon assignment.
  • Provide services in accordance with all policies, procedures, and directives of Goodwill Industries; CARF standards; and principles of safety while protecting both personnel and property.
  • Work with staff to develop, monitor, and resolve skills training, vocational, or behavioral issues.
  • Assist with providing and recommending job accommodations, to include assistive technology needs.
  • Provide support to participant 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.
  • Maintain agency confidentiality. Violation of confidentiality is cause for immediate dismissal.
  • Comply with all health, safety and fire standards and all local, state and federal regulations (WISHA & OSHA).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Peer Support
Law Enforcement/Fire/First Responders
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Private Practice
State/Federal Government
Home Health/In-home