Which activities appear in relevant job advertisements and how often? What is required in the job coach position?

Advertisements for a "job coach position" contain all the requirements that a company has for a new employee for the vacant job. People looking for a job will find all the important information about the vacancy they are looking for in job advertisements, such as

the activities
the employer's requirements (previous education, professional experience, personal skills and characteristics)
more information about the company

This information about the job coach position varies depending on the employer. We have collected the information from relevant job advertisements on various job exchanges, looked at it and summarized it for you*:

Different job titles:

Job Coach
Career counselor
Career counselor
Career counselor
Rehabilitation counselor
Career development consultant
Application consultant
Interview coach
Transition consultant
Professional mentor
Employment agency
Occupational reintegration specialist
Career coach

Distribution of the individual tasks in a job coach position:

Advice and support: A job coach advises clients on their career goals, strengths and weaknesses and supports them in developing job search strategies	approx. 50% of the time
Creating and revising application documents: Many job coaches help their clients to create CVs, cover letters and other application documents	approx. 10% of the time
Job interview training: A job coach can conduct role plays and mock interviews to prepare clients for actual job interviews	approx. 10% of the time
Career guidance: For clients who are unsure what kind of work they are looking for, a job coach can carry out career tests and provide feedback	approx. 10% of the time
Networking strategies: A job coach can help clients develop and utilize their professional networks	approx. 5% of the time
Continuing education and training: Some job coaches offer courses or workshops on specific topics, such as effective communication, time management or other job-related skills	approx. 5% of the time
Support during the employment relationship: After successful placement in a job, the job coach continues to provide support in some cases in order to facilitate the transition and solve any problems that may arise	approx. 5% of the time
Market knowledge: A good job coach is always up to date on what skills and qualifications are in demand on the job market and can give advice in this regard	approx. 5% of the time

Requirements mentioned in job advertisements for a job coach position

Professional requirements	Completed basic education Completed certified coaching training to become a job coach Professional experience in coaching, consulting, human resources or a related field
Specialist knowledge for a job coach position	Knowledge of coaching methods and consulting skills Knowledge of the labor market and the Swiss education system Knowledge of application strategies Good knowledge of German and foreign languages Knowledge of common Office programs as well as special career development and assessment tools, application tracking systems and other technological tools
Personal characteristics	Communication skills and intercultural competence Analytical skills Confidentiality and empathy Organizational skills Readiness for further training
Other Job Coach position	Patience: working with clients who are in a transitional phase or having difficulties finding a job often requires patience Motivational skills: a job coach should be able to motivate and encourage clients to pursue their goals Problem-solving skills: ability to find creative solutions to clients' challenges and obstacles Adaptability: every client is unique and a job coach needs to be flexible enough to adapt their approach accordingly

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*The information listed here is from an ad hoc study to provide a unique insight into the labor market and what is required in a job coach position.

Schools with coaching training for a job coach position