Employment Coach (VR) (M-F 4p-9p)

The-Arc-Northern-Chesapeake-Region; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region in Maryland seeks an Employment Coach to provide community-based support to youth and adults seeking vocational skills and employment across various industries. Based in Harford, Cecil, and Baltimore counties, you’ll coach, educate, and help with job search and placement under DORS guidance.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associates preferred), strong communication and advocacy skills, and the ability to work autonomously in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Ability to support people with cognitive, learning, physical, and behavioral diagnosis.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to advocate with employers.
• Adaptability to work in a variety of environments.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Active listening and keen observational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with program supervision.
• Experience working with youth and adults in community settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide preparation, education, training, job search/placement and coaching support.
• Support individuals across Harford, Cecil, and Baltimore counties.
• Collaborate with program supervisor and employers to place individuals.
• Assist with reasonable accommodations and ADA-related needs as required.
• Maintain documentation, reporting and program compliance.

Skills

People with disabilities support

Effective communication

Advocacy with employers

Active listening

Time management

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Autonomous work

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree or higher in Vocational Rehabilitation or related field

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position SummaryThe Employment Coach will provide community- based assistance to youth and adults seeking vocational skills and independence through employment of various places of employment in various industries.Job DescriptionThe Employment Coach’s primary role shall include preparation, education, training, job search/placement and coaching support authorized by the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) in a manner consistent with supporting The Arc NCR’s mission statement.Primarily location for this position – Harford County, Cecil County and Baltimore CountyEssential Skills and Core CompetenciesThe ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:Ability to support people with cognitive, learning, physical, and behavioral diagnosis.Effective oral and written communication skills.Ability to effectively advocate with employers.Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively to meet all necessary deadlines.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Flexibility to meet the needs of the program and adjust hours as needed.Adaptability to work in a variety of environments.Willingness to learn and the ability to take direction.Active listening and keen observational skills requiredAbility to work autonomously in a community-based environment with support and direction from program supervisor.Ability to work with high school students as well as adults.Ability to adapt style to serve the varying needs of the individuals supported within the program.Ability to represent the mission, vision, and values of the Arc Northern Chesapeake in a professional manner while working with individuals, families and various agencies and employers.Education, Training and Experience:High school diploma required. Para-educator or associates degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Human Services, Human Resources, Marketing and Sales, or related field preferred.One to three (1-3) years of experience working with people with differing abilities preferred.Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).Working knowledge of multiple modes of job search platforms.Working knowledge of reasonable accommodations and ADA laws.sical Demands and Work Environment:Required physical expectations:Ability to tolerate extreme temperatures as needed.Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 70 pounds as needed (with or without assistance).Ability to stand for up to 8 hours when needed.Ability to walk a specific distance as needed.Ability to sit for up to 8 hours as needed.Ability to verbally provide instructions, prompting and feedback.Ability to repetitively stoop, crouch or kneel to model and teach tasks as needed.Ability to climb as needed.Ability to use hands to carry and handle tools/equipment as needed (as may be required by companies where supported individuals are employed for the purposes of job coaching).Ability to reach overhead with arms and hands as needed (as may be required by companies where supported individuals are employed for the purposes of job coaching).Ability to hear (with or without devices)Ability to see (with or without corrective lens)Additional Requirements:Access to reliable transportation for the entire shift.Active valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and no more than two (2) points.Maintain proof of current automobile insurance.Maintenance of all required training under DDA and DORS guidelines and The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region policies and procedures.Flexibility of scheduling to meet agency and program needs.