Job Coach

A job coach is a trained professional who provides on-the-job support to help employees with disabilities learn job tasks, develop work skills, and integrate into the workplace.

Job coach services may include: - Task analysis and breaking down job duties - On-site training and support - Social skills coaching - Communication with supervisors - Fading support as skills develop

As a reasonable accommodation: - Employers may need to permit job coaches in the workplace - The job coach typically does not perform work duties for the employee - Services are often provided at no cost through state vocational rehabilitation

Job coaches are commonly used for: - Intellectual and developmental disabilities - Autism spectrum conditions - Traumatic brain injuries - Mental health conditions - Transition from school to work

The goal is independence: job coach support typically decreases as the employee gains skills and confidence.