Job Details

SEEDs for Autism is a growing nonprofit organization that provides life, social and job development skills to youth and adults impacted by autism.  We are seeking an individual who, as a job coach, will be providing one-on-one support to individuals with autism, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.  This role includes assisting them in employment related activities for finding and maintaining employment by offering on-the-job training, skill development, and advocacy with employers.  Applicants are helping individuals at aiming to promote independence and successful integration into the workplace.  

This position is requiring strong communication, patience, and understanding of individual needs, often with experience in special education or related fields. 

We are looking for someone who is able to do research, work independently, will be expected to write reports, collect data, and work as a team member.  Candidate will maintain strong working relationships with organizations staff, stakeholders, and businesses in community.

This is a very rewarding job for being a mentor, a leader, and provides purpose for those who need a little assistance.

OBJECTIVE

Responsible for teaching and training members individually or in a group setting. Assist in tracking individual program goals and objectives, involvement in contract work, contract supervision and quality control.

AUTHORITY

This person shall have the authority to complete the above responsibilities subject to the verbal and/or written approval of the Employment Services Production Supervisor and Employment Support Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Possess social and communication skills to effectively work with disabled individuals and to establish and perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to learn the special needs of the individuals served.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Supervision of members in the program setting and in the community.
• Provide members with training in contract work.
• Assure quality of members` work.
• Maintain program documentation, implementation, safety and cleanliness.
• Provide assurance of human and civil rights of members.
• Ability to observe others and accurately document those observations.
• Be familiar with emergency first aid procedures and accident reporting procedures.
• Maintain good relations with members, guardians, co-workers, and the public.
• Maintain a manner and appearance that reflects the organization.
• Provide training and support in job search techniques, including resume writing and interviewing skills.
• Collaborate with local employers to identify job opportunities suitable for clients.
• Educate clients about workplace expectations, rights, and responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records of client progress.
• Advocate for clients within the community to promote awareness of the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities.

This person will have the ability to take initiative and make decisions based upon company purpose, values and mission.

Candidate must:

• Get a fingerprint clearance card and pass a background check