Job Description

Why Opportunity Partners?

As part of a mission-focused nonprofit that values positive impact, compassion and partnership in our community, Opportunity Partners will train you for success! Join our award-winning team where you'll do life-changing work and help advance the quality of lives for people with disabilities. Our staff works together in achieving the common goal that people of all abilities can thrive in the world. If you want to earn more than just a paycheck, please apply today!

Job Summary:

As a

Support Coach

, you will support people with disabilities to grow their skills and gain independence to the greatest extent possible, both on-site in a classroom setting and in the community. You will have fun while working and laugh every day with a great team!

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Wage: $19.00 per hour

How will you make a difference?

As part of our team, you will:

Assist individuals in participating in individual and group activities Grow and develop people's social skills Provide opportunities for independence, community integration, and inclusion Maintain a calm, neutral tone, and emotion level when assisting people with disabilities, who are expressing heightened communication styles Promote growth through achieving goals identified in their support plans including positive behavior support, communication, community integration, and other goals as specified Implement other therapeutic plans that promote safety and well-being for individuals we support Assist people with disabilities with their personal care needs Provide physical activities such as, walking or stretching or exercise inside or outside of the classroom to keep our them active.

What will you bring to Opportunity Partners?

A desire to make a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities! Experience in managing intensive behaviors through personalized support strategies preferred One year of experience in human services field High school diploma or GED preferred Must have a valid MN driver's license

Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.