What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Job Coach position at Lifesteps Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Lifesteps Employment Services division is hiring a Part-Time Job Coach to assist young adults who have special needs find employment and support them on the job site.
Lifesteps is a non-profit human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a passion for helping others and serving the community, this is the right opportunity for you.
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Special Education Job Coach role provides support to workers with disabilities in obtaining employment, and once employed, supports them directly at their worksite.
The Job Coach (also known as Employment Specialist or Supported Employment Job Coach) provides instruction and guidance to the individual at the work location, in coordination with the requirements of the position, as well as monitors their progress to ensure a successful fit for them and the employer.
Specific job duties may include :
- Support individuals through the employment process, including developing a resume, applying to jobs, and interviewing with potential employers
- Teach individuals independent job skills and requirements utilizing job task analysis and job specific supports, including assistive technology and personal assistance
- Work with individuals at their job to assist with analyzing tasks, breaking tasks down into manageable components, and completing their assignments
- Identify and help solve problems before they become a crisis for the individual, employer, or coworkers
- Work independently in the community
- Partner and interact with employers to development and maintain working relationship in a professional manner
- Provide ongoing updates to the employer, family, staff, and management
- Ensure required documentation is completed accurately and timely
This is a part-time position, Monday through Friday with day hours (up to 20 hours per week). Applicants may be asked to work evening and / or weekend hours, as needed, to meet the needs of the worker(s) in their caseload.
QUALIFICATIONS : Required :
Preferred :
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Lifesteps is an Equal opportunity Employer!
Drug-free Workplace
Part-Time : between the hours of 7 : 30 am to 4 : 00 pm Monday through Friday
