Career Technician

GWC Connects; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

GWC Connects is looking for a Career Technician in Columbus, Ohio, to help customers develop job-readiness skills and secure employment. You will provide direct coaching and training to individuals with disabilities and assist them in workplace environments.

This role requires a high school diploma and experience in training individuals with barriers to employment. A valid Ohio driver’s license and certification in CPR and First Aid are essential. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in training individuals with disabilities.
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Certification required.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and personal car insurance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct job coaching and training to individuals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records on each customer.
• Assist training specialists and provide coverage when needed.

Skills

Good listening skills

Coaching for job success

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Clear verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

6633 Doubletree Ave, Columbus, OH 43229, USA

Job Description

Job Title: Career Technician

Department: Workforce Development, WCS

Reports To: WCS Director

Positions Supervised: None

Pay Grade: A-10

Authorized Driver: Yes

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Summary

Assist customers to improve job-readiness skills in order to obtain and maintain in‑house work, mobile work crews, shadowing, internships and competitive employment.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide direct job coaching and training to individuals with disabilities and other barriers. Demonstrate and teach specific on‑the‑job duties and soft skills, such as work ethic, communication and reliability.
• Provide on‑site training and coaching to customers at employment or internship sites to ensure success.
• Help customers assimilate to new environments or utilize adaptive equipment.
• Conduct classroom workshop sessions to focus on writing resumes, completing job applications, and interviewing.

Ancillary Job Functions

• Maintain accurate documentation and records on each customer. Log daily observations, case notes, attendance, progress reports for OISPs and meetings.
• Provide job coaching and reinforcement to help customers maintain employment.
• Assist training specialists and provide coverage at WCS and in community when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience in training individuals who have disabilities and other barriers to employment.
• Requires certification in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Certification.
• DODD and all required trainings.
• Must have valid OH driver’s license and personal car insurance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have good listening skills and ability to coach for job success.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic office equipment/machines.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
• Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.

Work Environment

• General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels.
• Varied off‑site employment or internship settings with a wide‑range of environmental or atmospheric conditions.

Physical Abilities

• Light sedentary office work, such as typing, speaking on the phone, and using a computer to enter data.
• Must be able to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement to type and work on computer.
• Must have finger dexterity and hand‑eye coordination to work on computer, telephone and related office equipment.
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to travel, as needed.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.