Job Coach - (Contractor/On Call)

JOB COACH

BDI is enhancing our community impact and fostering greater outcomes through the launch of Elevate Academy, a transformative career placement initiative. This innovative program combines workplace readiness, work adjustment training, and career pathway exploration with job placement and coaching. To ensure increased community Impact, Elevate Academy will be guided by a dedicated parent and employer task force, fostering collaboration and addressing real-world needs.

We are building a pool of on-call Job Coaches to support our interns at job sites across Atlanta and surrounding counties.

As a Job Coach, you play a vital part in the implementation and delivery of the program’s core components, including skill-building, job coaching, career pathway assessments, and hands-on training during internship rotations. Collaboration with business partners, employers, and the Elevate Academy team is essential to support participants in developing the necessary skills for employment success.

In this role, you’ll provide one-on-one coaching, help interns adjust to their new work environments, and providing personalized coaching to ensure long-term career success. When needed, you’ll also assist our instructors in the classroom to help prepare interns for real-world experiences.

This is a contractor position, and your hours will depend on location, availability, and employer needs. You must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to different job sites as assigned.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver targeted instruction and hands-on training to ensure Elevate Academy interns excel during internship rotations.
• Evaluate job tasks and design effective teaching tools to meet and exceed productivity and quality benchmarks.
• Implement innovative accommodations and assistive technology to maximize intern performance.
• Cultivate natural workplace supports that empower interns to achieve sustained success.
• Track, analyze, and share performance data to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.
• Partner with department teams to identify and deploy tools and techniques that enhance intern outcomes.
• Engage with managers and mentors to address challenges proactively and accelerate intern progress.
• Drive program success through flexibility and commitment to additional responsibilities as needed.
• Coach interns with disabilities directly at various job sites.
• Offer guidance and on-the-job training to help interns succeed in real-world environments.
• Collaborate with instructors and support classroom learning and preparation.
• Track intern performance and provide constructive feedback to support growth.
• Maintain communication with program staff, employers, and families as needed.
• Provide job site observations and report concerns or progress to the Elevate team.
• Travel between assigned work sites and attend scheduled check-ins or events.
• Other duties as assigned based on program needs.

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience considered in lieu of a degree
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Strong teaching skills, understanding of error-free learning techniques, and systematic instruction strategies.
• Comprehensive expertise in applying current best practices for transition planning and supported employment
• Experience in providing classroom and community-based training (real-world settings), with the ability to adjust teaching and prompting methods and materials to meet the needs of participants and their various learning styles.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Purpose-Driven: Passionate about making a meaningful impact through mission-focused work.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe PDF, and Google Suite, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and collaboration.
• Master of Prioritization: Exceptional time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities while staying organized and focused.
• Innovative Problem-Solver: Skilled in critical thinking and creative problem-solving, using data analysis to drive informed and impactful decisions.
• Exceptional Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of building trust and conveying ideas effectively.
• Inclusive Collaborator: Experienced in working with diverse individuals and families, fostering relationships built on respect and understanding.
• Self-Motivated Team Player: A proactive self-starter who thrives independently and contributes meaningfully to team success.
• Clear and Concise Communicator: Adept at synthesizing complex information and presenting it effectively to stakeholders, families, and individuals with disabilities.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Advocacy: Championing the needs and goals of participants and stakeholders with conviction and clarity.
• Ethics and Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of honesty and transparency, while proactively avoiding conflicts of interest.
• Effective Communication: Delivering clear, persuasive, and empathetic messaging across diverse audiences.
• Organization and Planning: Strategically coordinating resources and priorities to ensure seamless execution.
• Service Orientation: Demonstrating a genuine commitment to meeting the needs of participants and fostering positive experiences.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Personal computer, copy machine, facsimile machine, telephone/voicemail system, and other general office equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work environment varies based on the location of the intern's job site.
• Routine on-site visits and community outreach engagements to foster stronger connections and ensure active collaboration with stakeholders.
• Providing comprehensive support to interns as they navigate diverse roles and work environments throughout their assignments.

TRAVEL
Travel to worksites, community events, etc.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Job descriptions should not be construed as an employment contract or guarantee of employment.

Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug-Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BDI is a Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Federal Contractor.