Autism & Low Incidence Job Coach - Part-Time

Young World Physical Education; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a part-time Job Coach to support secondary students and adults with disabilities, particularly autism. This role involves training and providing adaptive strategies tailored to individual job requirements. The successful candidate will possess an Associate’s degree or at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include evaluating student progress, implementing behavior supports, and fostering effective communication with families and community partners.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience working with secondary students or adults with autism or intellectual disabilities.
• Experience as an Instructional Assistant or providing job training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and promote mission and philosophy to parents and staff.
• Provide various levels of support in vocational settings.
• Design compensatory strategies based on job requirements.
• Conduct weekly vocational evaluations to track progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Training experience

Ability to work with students with disabilities

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 college credits

Job description

A local educational institution in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a part-time Job Coach to support secondary students and adults with disabilities, particularly autism. This role involves training and providing adaptive strategies tailored to individual job requirements. The successful candidate will possess an Associate’s degree or at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include evaluating student progress, implementing behavior supports, and fostering effective communication with families and community partners.