Hourly (Temporary) Disability Services Aide/Job Coach

SALARY:	$18.14/hour
DEPARTMENT:	Community Employment Program (CEP) – Student Support Programs
OPENING DATE:	Continuous
CLOSING DATE:     JOB TYPE	Continuous   Part-Time, up to 16 hours a week.  Flexible schedule, able to work evenings and weekends as needed. Willingness to travel by public transportation or own vehicle.

                                                                                   
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The Community Employment Program (CEP) is a specially funded program within Student Support Programs at Shoreline Community College. CEP helps adults with various disabilities prepare for employment or participate in community activities of their choosing. CEP believes all individuals regardless of ability have the right to choose their own unique path to employment and lead self-determined lives. Our students are referred to as participants.
 
 CEP has two different contracts through King County Development Disabilities Divisions;  
1.  Individual Employee contract: CEP supports our participants in the preparation of obtaining employment and supporting them to maintain their job out in the community. The job coach works 1:1 with the participant on their individual needs to develop and gain employment-ready skills.  
2. Community Inclusion contract: CEP supports our participants with their individual goals for engaging out in their community. The Job coach works 1:1 with the participant to figure out what this will mean and uses their individual “Community Inclusion Plan” as guide. 
 
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 

• Support participants in job exploration, interview skills, and/or informational interviews resume building, finding an industry of interest.
• Provide employment support and guidance that is based on the participants Annual Employment Goals.
• Provide support for participants in paid employment on campus and/or neighboring communities.
• Support participants in community engagement by using their Community Inclusion goals.
• Provide support in volunteer sites on campus and/or neighboring communities for work trial experience.
• Documenting case notes when working on behalf of the participants.
• Willingness to travel to job sites or community outings by privately owned car or public transportation.  Mileage will be reimbursed for all of these options.
• Other office duties as assigned by the Program Manager and Program Coordinator.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

• High school graduate or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age 

 
SKILL IN/KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Microsoft Office applications and general office technology/equipment
• Contributing to equity and inclusion by fostering a climate of multicultural awareness and appreciation 
• Interacting professionally with a diverse group of students, family members, staff, and instructors
• Problem-solving, with appropriate decision-making processes within College/legal and policy guidelines
• Working independently and as a member of a team
• Working calmly under pressure and/or when supporting frustrated individuals
• Effectively communicating in English both orally and in writing
• Helpful and proactive office and/or customer service work

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Ability to escort/walk participants across campus 
• Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to stoop, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to communicate with a variety of different people in different ways

 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY: 
These positions may work full or part-time on an on-call basis, for periods of one (1) week to six (6) months, to fill in for permanent staff absences. As an hourly on-call position, there is no predictability or guarantee of the number of hours/days that may be scheduled. Hourly employees maintain an “at-will” employment relationship meaning that either you or the College may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason. Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.
If your hours total more than 350 hours in any 12-month period, your position will be represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees Union.
 
Position is limited to 1 year or 1,050 hours, whichever comes first. Per State of Washington rules, you may reach these limits only once at Shoreline CC. If you have held another part time hourly position at Shoreline Community College since July 1, 2022, additional time and hours limits will apply, so you may not be eligible for hire in this position.
 
OTHER CONDITIONS: 
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit:
https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.
 
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu. 
 
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Shoreline Community College does not sponsor H-1B visas for this position.

• A collective bargaining agreement exists and membership in the Washington State Federation of Employees (WFSE) or payment of a service fee may be required dependent upon total number of hours.
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon offer of employment.
• This position is overtime eligible.   

 
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
 
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Departments are responsible for conducting interviews and hiring individual hourly employees. Applicants will be contacted by phone if selected for an interview. Filling of positions is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
 

• Complete a NEOGOV online application/profile 
• Attach a resume
• Letter of interest describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the position

 
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant’ suitability for the positions.
 
Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.

You can’t check off every listed knowledge, skill, and ability? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that traditionally marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification – even if they might be a great fit for the role! 
 

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