Job Coach - Full Time - Permanent

Employment Opportunity: Job Coach ( Full-time, Permanent)

Who we are: enVision Community Living is a non-profit community-based organization committed to delivering supports and services that provide people who live with an intellectual disability, opportunities for personal growth, development and a place to live the life of their choosing in a community. enVision is committed to upholding the values that are critical to the work we do. Those values are integrity, empathy, and respect. At enVision, we celebrate diversity and promote an inclusive work culture that prioritizes employee well-being and self-development.

About the Opportunity: We are looking for a Job Coach who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and promoting inclusive societies. A Job Coach is responsible for assisting individuals in their search for competitive paid employment and partnering with each individual in their commitment to an on-going healthy work ethic. As a Job Coach, you will assist individuals in their employment, playing an active role in fostering opportunities for the development of relationships with support networks and the community to increase positive social roles. Provide instruction, training, and supervision to participants at job placement sites in proper use of equipment as well as relevant vocational skills such as work habits, and appropriate social skills and behaviours.

Qualifications:

• High School Education (Grade 12) or equivalency is required.
• Experience, education, or training in the Disability Sector will be considered an asset
• Valid Manitoba Class 5F (Full) Driver's License and access to vehicle, willingness to transport person supported required
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, with a clear Vulnerable Sector Search, a clear Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Check. Document will be considered current if obtained no more than 3 months prior to start of employment
• Core Competencies: Advocacy, building relationships, championing change and innovation, facilitating growth and development, inclusive leadership, problem solving and decision making, resilience, resource management, strategic thinking, valuing EDI (equity, diversity, and inclusion)
• Demonstrate an understanding of legal and ethical standards related to confidentiality, professional conduct and practice.
• Familiar with laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the disability support sector.
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail required, in order to complete required documentation.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to listen to persons supported, and understand their needs.
• High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability, with attention to detail.
• Maintain sensitivity to individuals’ supported cultural, religious and/or political backgrounds.
• Uphold strong morals and ethics, and maintain a commitment to privacy dignity and respect.
• Ability to work well with others in a team-setting, and adapt to changing situations.

Employee Total Rewards (eligibility applies):education increment, extended health with dental & vision coverage for you and dependents, short term disability & long term disability benefits, life insurance, travel insurance, pension plan matching, generous paid leave (vacation, sick, personal paid days), EAP for you and dependents, free onsite parking, paid learning & development days, lunch & learn/knowledge feast series, access to over 500 modules in enVision training library, service awards, and more.

Working Conditions:

• Interact with community employers and hiring personnel, family members, staff and government agencies.
• Travel within the community.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to fifty (50) lbs.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop/laptop computers, or other devices (i.e. tablets)

Additional Info:

• Application is open until position has been filled.
• This position offers 30 to 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday as required. Schedule flexibility is essential, as the role may require working outside business hours, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends, based on operational needs.
• Working Environment: 100% On-site
• Starting wage: $17.50

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

enVision exists to inspire equality, inclusion, and the value of all people. We are an equal opportunity employer that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, empathy, integrity and respect. If you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact us in advance. Information received will be strictly confidential and would not affect the application

How to Apply

• Upload your resume & cover letter at www.envisioncl.com/careers