Executive Function & Social Skills Coach

RFCUNY Research Foundation of the City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

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Job summary

RFCUNY is seeking an ACCES Pre-ETS Life Skills Coach to support students with autism spectrum and other executive functioning needs. The role focuses on executive functioning, social interaction, self-advocacy, and self-regulation to help students achieve academic and personal goals.

Collaborate with the Program Manager to deliver individualized coaching, lead workshops, and design universal-design-based plans using SMART goals and positive psychology to empower student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Familiarity with career services and career support initiatives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Program Manager to align coaching efforts with program goals.
• Provide individualized coaching sessions to students based on their unique needs.
• Facilitate workshops and group sessions to address life skills, work readiness, and social interaction topics.
• Develop coaching plans that incorporate universal design principles and are tailored to each student's requirements.
• Assist students in setting SMART goals that promote personal and academic growth.
• Utilize positive psychology and motivational interviewing techniques to empower students.
• Maintain accurate records of coaching sessions and student progress.
• Regularly communicate with the program team to assess the effectiveness of coaching strategies.
• Stay informed about best practices in executive functioning coaching and interventions for students on the Autism Spectrum and those with other executive functioning issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Disability experience

Career services familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related field

Master's preferred

Job description

RFCUNY is seeking an ACCES Pre-ETS Life Skills Coach to support students with autism spectrum and other executive functioning needs. The role focuses on executive functioning, social interaction, self-advocacy, and self-regulation to help students achieve academic and personal goals.

Collaborate with the Program Manager to deliver individualized coaching, lead workshops, and design universal-design-based plans using SMART goals and positive psychology to empower student success.