JOB COACH in Knoxville, Tennessee at Goodwill Industries - Knoxville

HOURLY WAGE: $15

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Goodwill Industries--Knoxville, Inc. is seeking a part-time (20-25 hours per week) job coach to assist with day-to-day supervision of youth and adults with disabilities enrolled in a work preparatory program at our job training center in Knoxville and to assist with on-the-job coaching in the community. Ideal candidates will be passionate about supporting individuals learning work skills and obtaining new jobs, be creative and innovative in coaching techniques, and be able to work as part of a team.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, have a high school diploma or equivalency, driver's license, and six (6) months of training and/or experience working with individuals with disabilities in teaching life skills and work tasks. Experience with American Sign Language (ASL) a plus!

Goodwill Industries—Knoxville, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.