TRICO Opportunities, Inc.
610 North Hooper
Kingsford, MI 49802

TRICO Opportunities, Inc. (TRICO) is committed to the maximum utilization of all human resources and the goal of Equal Employment Opportunity. TRICO provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) and an Affirmative Action Plan to all employees and applicants for employment and/or services without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected classification. 

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Community Based Services - Skills Support Coach

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 We are looking for community-minded individuals who enjoy making a positive impact in people’s lives and sees value in giving back to their community. This job entails mentoring adults with disabilities by assisting them in gaining confidence in connecting with others in their community so they may live and work as independently as possible, as full members of their community.

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Job Description

• Assists Program Participants in learning to become as independent as possible in integrated community settings.   

• Provides supervision and transportation support as needed.

• Guides Program Participants in developing soft skills, social, interpersonal relationship skills, self-advocacy and motivation, with the goal of greater community inclusion and/or competitive employment.

• Communicates effectively and professionally with the host businesses and organizations, supervisors and Program Participants.

• Assists CBDS Coordinator in coordinating with Program Participants and Community Businesses and Organizations to set up volunteer positions, job shadows, and other integrated community experiences for and with Program Participants.

• Meets all agency and sponsoring agency documentation and reporting requirements, and other duties as required.

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Requirements

• Mandatory background and driving record check

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree and/or commensurate experience of two years Human Service Education or experience

• Knowledge of developmental disabilities, mental health, or traumatic brain injury helpful

• Continuing education/training specific to vocational rehabilitation practices is required

• Writing, simple math, typing and computer skills

• Ability to inspire and motivate

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills

• Organizational and problem solving skills

• Ability to cross train and work a flexible schedule

• Preferred ability to cover shifts on short notice

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Benefits

• No weekends or holidays

• Part time

• Monday-Friday

• Advancement opportunities with right aptitude and ability

• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and some Holidays

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Pay

            $13.00/hour plus $2.35/hour Direct Care wage

 

Apply in person at 610 N Hooper Street, Kingsford, MI

Background and driving records must be approved before consideration

TRICO Opportunities, Inc. is an EEO