Job Coach - Troy, United States - Vanderheyden Hall

Vanderheyden Hall

Verified Company

Troy, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Provide support to individuals in various job sites both on and off Vanderheyden campus. Work directly with Workplace Coordinator and Transition Coordinator to assist in organization and procuring job sites. Assure the safety of working individuals at all times. Provide transportations to and from job sites using Vanderheyden vehicles.

Support all aspects of student jobs including (but not limited to):

Modeling Activities
Student supervision
Appropriate job dress/appearance and hygiene
Complete understanding of the job and all tasks related to the specific work
Appropriate job personal interactions
Timely issuance of all jobrelated documentation and paper work
Punctuality and attendance

Primary Duties & Essential Functions:

Provide 1:1 or small group instruction in the classroom or community/work setting under the direction of the Transition Coordinator/Workplace Coordinator.
Communicate consistently and effectively with Vanderheyden personnel (Director of Student Services, Guidance/Transition Coordinator, Workplace Coordinator) and work site personnel.
Evaluate student progress and record data.
Implement student management plans and IEP related supports as necessary.
Work flexibly with students of varying abilities.
Recognize opportunities to fade support as they arise.
Provide input into job development and opportunities for expansion.
Demonstrates and model a strong and positive work ethic.
Assist with any required paperwork.
Transport students to and from job sites
Plan and schedule transportation routes for effective use of time
Understand and disseminate/support information regarding CDOS commencement requirements and responsibilities.

Required Education, Knowledge, and Skills

High School Diploma
Experience with atrisk youth and/or youth with special education needs preferred

Abilities and Working Conditions:

Must be available to work a 40work week
Safe personal driving history
Must have a valid NYS driver's license
Preferred experience in supporting individuals with disabilities.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Willingness to respond to the needs of a culturally diverse population
Ability to be seated and use computer equipment for several hours a day.
Must be able to perform physical interventions and maintains TCI certification

Vanderheyden is committed to the Sanctuary Model - a blueprint for clinical and organizational change which, at its core, promotes safety and recovery from adversity through the active creation of a trauma-informed community.

The Sanctuary Model's focus is not only on the people who seek services, but equally on the people and systems that provide those services.

Vanderheyden Hall Inc., as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, military or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, prior arrest or conviction record or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Pay:
$15.00 per hour

Benefits: