Job Coach

Higher Ground IHS; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

A community support organization in Albany, NY is seeking an experienced Employment Specialist for their Supported Employment Program. The role involves job development, training, and personal support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a desire to assist clients in achieving their vocational goals. Competitive compensation and a flexible schedule offered.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in service delivery to individuals with disabilities.
• Experience as a Job Coach is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop clients' independent work skills.
• Address performance and attendance issues.
• Communicate with those involved in clients' cases.
• Maintain complete case notes and reports.
• Develop partnership relationships with local businesses.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Flexible Schedule

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Employment Specialist to join our Supported Employment Program! The Employment Specialist is responsible for providing job development, job training (both intensive and extended), advocacy and personal support & services where necessary to individuals in the Supported Employment Program. By working in conjunction with agency staff, local businesses, and other community-based vocational professionals, the Employment Specialist will help clients in achieving their individual vocational goals. The ideal candidate is compassionate, has exceptional communication skills, and has a strong desire to help people with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Developing clients' independent work skills

Intervening to address performance and attendance issues

Communicating routinely with those involved in clients' case on clients' attendance, progress and challenges

Maintain and submit complete case notes and reports on clients' activities, in accordance with program procedures and employment contract requirements

Develop partnership relationships with local businesses on an ongoing basis

Organization, flexibility, and sensitivity to confidential client information are essential

Qualifications

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Familiarity with basic computer programs, such as the Microsoft Office suite

High School Diploma and 1-3 years of experience in service delivery to individuals with disabilities

Experienced Job Coach strongly preferred