Career Readiness Coach (Part-Time)

Vanderheyden Hall Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderheyden Hall Inc. in New York seeks an Employment Specialist to enhance vocational skills and job readiness for individuals in community pre-vocational and supported employment programs. Schedule is 8 am-4 pm, 3 days a week.

The role focuses on helping individuals develop work readiness, obtain and keep employment in integrated settings, and document progress per OPWDD and Medicaid standards. Build community ties and support at jobsites to achieve successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma/GED required.
• 1 year of experience working with individuals with varying disabilities.
• Valid NYS Driver's license with a clean MVR.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other disciplines and individuals served.
• Ability to perform physical interventions.

Responsibilities

• Enhance vocational skills and job readiness for participants in the community programs.
• Develop work readiness skills and assist individuals in obtaining and maintaining employment in an integrated setting.
• Provide direct care to individuals per agency policy and ensure safety.
• Complete required paperwork in compliance with OPWDD and Medicaid billing standards.
• Build community relationships to ensure fair access to resources.
• Monitor individuals' progress and support at jobsites.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Independence

Driver's license

Physical interventions

Education

High school Diploma/GED

Job description

Vanderheyden Hall Inc. in New York seeks an Employment Specialist to enhance vocational skills and job readiness for individuals in community pre-vocational and supported employment programs. Schedule is 8 am-4 pm, 3 days a week.

The role focuses on helping individuals develop work readiness, obtain and keep employment in integrated settings, and document progress per OPWDD and Medicaid standards. Build community ties and support at jobsites to achieve successful outcomes.