What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-ETS Instructor: Employability Coach position at Crescent Communications?
Description
As a Pre-ETS Employability Coach, you will play a crucial role in supporting students in their transition to employment. You will work closely with teaching staff, community partners, and employers to provide pre-employment services, employability soft skills training, and work-based learning experiences. Additionally, you will oversee student participation in the Making an IMPACT Food Truck program, coordinating hands-on training in food service and customer interactions. Your role will include maintaining relationships with employers, ensuring compliance with program guidelines, and supporting students in self-advocacy and job readiness.
The ideal candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a passion for working with individuals with disabilities, and the ability to create innovative employment solutions.
Required Competencies
Occupational Competencies
Occupational Competencies
Requirements:
As a Pre-ETS Employability Coach, you will play a crucial role in supporting students in their transition to employment. You will work closely with teaching staff, community partners, and employers to provide pre-employment services, employability soft skills training, and work-based learning experiences. Additionally, you will oversee student participation in the Making an IMPACT Food Truck program, coordinating hands-on training in food service and customer interactions. Your role will include maintaining relationships with employers, ensuring compliance with program guidelines, and supporting students in self-advocacy and job readiness.
The ideal candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a passion for working with individuals with disabilities, and the ability to create innovative employment solutions.
Required Competencies
Occupational Competencies
- I/DD Knowledge: Experience working with individuals with disabilities, including intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Familiarity with vocational training and job placement services.
- Communication Skills: Ability to clearly convey information to students, parents, school personnel, and employers through verbal and written communication.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building skills to work with diverse populations and collaborate effectively.
- Networking & Relationship Building: Ability to establish partnerships with employers, community organizations, and schools.
- Problem-Solving & Creativity: Adapt job descriptions and accommodations to fit student needs while addressing workplace challenges.
- Flexibility & Adaptability: Ability to adjust strategies based on student needs, employer requirements, and emerging opportunities.
- Computer & Technology Proficiency: Experience using digital tools for record keeping, reporting, and communication.
- Employment Services Knowledge: Understanding of job exploration, workplace readiness, and postsecondary education opportunities.
- Case Management: Experience with screening, evaluating opportunities, and coordinating services for individuals.
- Safety & Quality Focus: Ability to uphold workplace safety and service quality standards.
- Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people succeed.
- Critical Thinking: Evaluating different solutions and making informed decisions.
Occupational Competencies
- Cultural Competency: Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and adapt services accordingly.
- Training & Facilitation: Experience leading training sessions for students and community partners.
- Creativity in Accommodations: Innovative thinking to develop modifications that support student success.
- Food Service Knowledge: Ability to train students in food preparation, budgeting, and customer interactions.
- Active Learning: Ability to integrate new information into problem-solving strategies.
- Speaking & Presentation Skills: Effective verbal communication for training and group facilitation.
- Complex Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving challenges in student employment placements.
- Training: Certification in CPR, First Aid, and other organizational requirements.
- Systems: Understanding the operating systems within Carey Services.
- Serve as the single point of contact for students transitioning into employment.
- Develop employment options and facilitate:
- Job Exploration Counseling
- Work-Based Learning Experiences
- Workplace Readiness Training
- Self-Advocacy Instruction
- Counseling on Postsecondary Opportunities
- Provide individualized assistance with transportation, life skills, and employment-related training.
- Coordinate food truck operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and supervision.
- Organize community outings to expose students to employment opportunities.
- Assist students in enrolling in the Pre-ETS program.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and procedural standards in the food truck program.
- Support social media marketing for the Making an IMPACT business.
Requirements:
- ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).
- Valid Driver's License and ability to meet agency insurability requirements.
- Physical Ability to bend, stoop, stand for long periods, and assist individuals in wheelchairs.
- Personal Protective Equipment Compliance (e.g., masks, gloves) as required.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a related field.
- Preferred: Experience in the culinary field or a desire to learn about food service.
- Preferred: Experience driving larger vehicles or willingness to be trained.
