Career Coach for Disability Employment

The Guild for Human Services; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

Retirement plan after 2 years

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services is seeking a program assistant to support Employment Services for students in the day program. You will supervise clients at worksites, coordinate with worksite managers, and help assess capabilities to match training and employment opportunities.

The role requires a B.A. in a related field, direct service experience with youth with intellectual disabilities, and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• B.A. in related field or relevant experience.
• Experience in direct service with individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism.
• Massachusetts background check requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clients in worksites; train students and collect data to establish job norms.
• Report to worksite managers; discuss problems and coordinate schedules.
• Assess student capabilities/interests and match to training/employment opportunities.
• Assist in developing vocational portions of IEPs.
• Represent the program positively to visitors and the community.
• Participate in external/in-service training and work flexible hours as needed.

Skills

Direct service experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

B.A. in related field

Job description

The Guild for Human Services is seeking a program assistant to support Employment Services for students in the day program. You will supervise clients at worksites, coordinate with worksite managers, and help assess capabilities to match training and employment opportunities.

The role requires a B.A. in a related field, direct service experience with youth with intellectual disabilities, and the ability to work flexible hours.