Job Coach jobPath Employment Program

Job Coach – JobPath Employment Program

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Job Coach and job developer to support individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining meaningful employment in the community through our

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Employment Transitions Manager, the Job Coach /Job Developer supports individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining meaningful, paid employment within the community. This position combines job development, employer engagement, job coaching, and workplace support to assist participants in achieving their employment goals.

The Job Coach / Job Developer works collaboratively with participants, employers, families, support networks, and community partners to identify employment opportunities, provide workplace training, facilitate successful job matches, and promote long-term employment retention. The position supports Community Living Sarnia-Lambton's commitment to community inclusion, person-directed planning, and competitive integrated employment.

JobPath Employment Program.

The Job Coach plays an important role in connecting with local employers, helping participants develop workplace skills, build confidence, and achieve greater independence through competitive employment. This position involves job development, providing hands-on training, workplace support, and encouragement while fostering positive relationships with participants, employers, families, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities as they search for, secure, and maintain competitive employment


• Job development and networking with local employers, making cold calls and following up on employment opportunities


• Provide on-site job coaching, training, and supervision in community workplaces


• Assist participants in learning job tasks, workplace expectations, and appropriate social and communication skills


• Model positive work habits, professionalism, and workplace etiquette


• Encourage participant independence while providing individualized support based on their needs


• Maintain regular communication with employers to ensure successful employment outcomes


• Monitor participant progress and provide feedback to participants and program staff


• Complete required documentation, records, and reports accurately and in a timely manner


• Attend team meetings and maintain ongoing communication with supervisors


• Promote safe work practices and respond appropriately to workplace incidents, illnesses, or injuries


• Advocate for inclusive employment opportunities within the community

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Business, Career Development, Education, Employment Services, Business, or a related field.


• Experience in job development, employment services, workforce development, sales, recruitment, customer service, or community outreach considered an asset


• Experience working with people with disabilities, employment services, job coaching, job development, local businesses, vocational training, business or human services is preferred


• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills


• Ability to work independently and adapt to a variety of workplace environments


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Basic computer skills and experience with documentation and record keeping


• Knowledge of local businesses, employers, and community resources is an asset


• Public speaking, job development, or employment counselling experience is considered an asset


• Drivers license REQUIRED and the ability to travel throughout the community


• Flexible availability based on participant and employer schedules

What We Offer

• Meaningful work that makes a direct impact in the lives of people with disabilities


• Opportunities to build relationships with local employers and community partners


• A supportive team environment focused on inclusion, growth, and employment success


• Benefits, RRSP contributions and Health Spending Account

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is outgoing, patient, encouraging, reliable, and passionate about helping people achieve their employment goals. You enjoy building relationships wit people supported and businesses, supporting skill development, and promoting inclusive employment opportunities in the community.

If you are passionate about helping people achieve their employment goals and believe in the value of inclusive workplaces, we encourage you to apply.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Community Living Sarnia-Lambton use BambooHR application process for recruitment. All applications are reviewed directly by our Human Resources team through BambooHR.

Community Living Sarnia-Lambton is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, dignity, inclusion, and the worth of every individual in the workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.