Job Coach - Community Sites/Community Coordination

Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000 students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position:
The primary responsibility of the Job Coach is to provide both on-site and off-site training and support to students with disabilities for the development of appropriate vocational, social, recreational, and daily living skills.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Preview anticipated vocational, social, recreational, and daily living settings both on and off-site for students with special needs.
• Transport and/or accompany students to new learning environments.
• Assist in the learning of specific job responsibilities and expectations prior to tasks/activities.
• Monitor, document, and maintain an ongoing file of student performance and ability through activity assessment sheets, daily training logs, student performance evaluations, and other related documentation.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Access to a vehicle with proof of liability insurance.
• Experience working in educational/vocational settings.

Schedule:
Full-time, 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 35 hours/week, 10 month/year

Salary:
Per AFSCME Scale