Career Coach

The Arc Erie County New York has been supporting children and adults with disabilities, and their families in achieving their desired quality of life by creating opportunities through comprehensive services for over 65 years.

Position Now Available at The Arc Erie County NY :

Career Coach

Full Time, 40 hours per week

$20-$23 per hour

Overview

The Arc Erie County NY is a leading not for profit local agency helping people with developmental disabilities. Our Career Coach position works one on one with individuals with a disability and provides all aspects of employment services (job readiness, job development, job coaching, etc.)

Key Duties

• Contacts local businesses and employers to develop work experiences / internships, job shadows, and employment opportunities for students and individuals based on individualized employment goals and transition planning
• Makes face-to-face worksite visits to assess job stability / performance and progress in attainment of specific goals.
• Maintains Department of Labor guidelines for work experience and career exploration for students and individuals with disabilities
• Develops analysis in a timely manner reflective of individual's assigned job duties and modifies job training and duties as they evolve.

Qualifications

Perks

Our full job description is listed below :

Job Description

Job Title : Career Coach

Department :

Vocational and Employment Services

Job Grade : Position Summary :

The Career Coach will work one on one with individuals with a disability and provide all aspects of employment services including job readiness, job development, job coaching and job retention services. Will develop career exploration opportunities, job shadows, work-based learning experiences, paid or unpaid internships, and pre-post-employment service planning. The Career Coach will provide mentorship in preparation for employment and post-secondary options through ongoing communication with their manager and once placed in a position, the Career Coach will be available to both the individual and employer to ensure satisfaction with job placement and provide any support needed to retain the placement.

They will develop an individualized employment plan to address employment needs and maintain monthly contact with the individual. The Career Coach will be responsible for administrative tasks involving in the individual's case which included documentation of interactions, updating employment plans, writing monthly summaries, attending Life Plans, and maintaining contact with all parties that are involved with the individual's case.

Reporting Relationship :

The Career Coach receives supervision from the Manager of OPWDD Supported Employment Services or the Placement Manager that they are assigned to.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Qualifications and Education Requirements :

Associate's Degree in Human Services, Business Administration or a closely related field PLUS one year of full-time paid direct service experience with persons with developmental disabilities. Prior vocational or pre-vocational experience preferred. Professional certification is desired.

OR

High school or equivalent diploma PLUS three years full-time paid direct service experience with persons with developmental disabilities. Prior vocational or pre-vocational experience preferred. Professional certification is desired.

PLUS

A valid New York State Driver's License, approved driving record and reliable transportation. Will be required to travel to worksites throughout the WNY area. Must be flexible in schedule to accommodate a variety of work placements.

Essential Job Functions :

Physical demands on the job are dependent on the position you are training the individual for; job tasks vary as do the physical requirements. The ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, sit, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, climb flights of stairs, and lift / transfer a minimum 50 lbs., as needed. Ability to carry a minimum of 30 lbs; see, hear, listen, speak clear, have motor coordination; grip strength, eye-hand coordination; physical agility / ability to react to life-threatening emergency or to intervene in a crisis to assure safety of our consumers.

The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive / comprehensive, show good judgment & decision making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly.

Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, families, school personnel, Individuals and business contacts; demonstrate the ability to serve as an appropriate role model to program participants and co-workers. Must have good communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to supervise activities of program participants. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency's policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.

Equipment operation on the job is dependent upon the individual's job description. Employment Specialists are expected to use a computer for job searching, note writing, database tracking, time clock entry, agency training, email correspondence, and any other use as required. The ability to operate household appliances, such as, washer, dryer, stove, etc.; operate office equipment, such as, computer, copier, fax machine, etc.; operate program equipment, such as, lifts, standards, exercise equipment, sensory equipment, etc.; operate agency buses and vans to include use of wheelchair tie down systems; etc.; Use household cleaners, chemicals, and ability to come in contact with normal household dust / dirt.

Agency Principles :

This position is NON-EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act.

The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.

The Arc Erie County New York is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Minority / Female / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Disability / Veteran.