Job Coach Position

Supporting People with Health Care Needs

A person’s medical condition can have a large impact on how they perform at work.

It is important for a Job Coach to be aware of any health care needs that may affect job performance, and to help the person they support to develop coping strategies.

Depending on the needs of the people that you support, Job Coaches may be expected to take a course in first aid.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Joel tells Jill, his Job Coach, that he has not been feeling well for the last two days. He has been having stomach problems and constant diarrhea. Jill talks to him about his symptoms, and discusses how the food he eats can affect how he feels. Jill advises him to eat simpler foods and to call the doctor.

This is a medical problem that a Job Coach cannot treat. The Job Coach should advise the person to seek medical attention. Although this is not directly related to the workplace, this matter does affect Joel’s work life and, therefore, falls under the category of being addressed by a Job Coach.

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