Job Coach

The Learning Center For The Deaf Inc; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus

Housing Resources Available

Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vis

Job summary

The Learning Center for the Deaf invites applications for a Job Coach based in Framingham, MA. This in-person role supports students with internships, interview preparation, job skills, and transition events such as Career Fairs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a Transition Coordinator and field experiences. The role requires ASL fluency (native or near-native preferred) and a valid driver's license, with opportunities to drive students as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Job Coach or experience in an employment training program is preferred
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, human services or transition preferred.
• CESP (Certified Employment Support Professional) Certification is preferred.
• A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language is required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred
• ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency
• Regular travel is required
• Ability to work independently under general supervision
• A valid drivers license, in good standing is required

Responsibilities

• Create job postings and orientation materials using technology.
• Create visual support for students and assist students with applications for internships.
• Transport students to job sites and support students on the job site.
• Communicate weekly with employers to get feedback for written work evaluations and meet with students to review progress.
• Help students create a portfolio and resume of their work experiences.
• Meet biweekly with the Transition Coordinator and transition department to discuss needs, highlights and plan and carry out transition events (Career Fair).
• May be required to drive students or clients and additional driving responsibilities as needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader.

Job description

Description

Marie Philip School

Transition

Non-Exempt/Hourly

11-Month

Full-time

Hourly Pay Range: $20.25 - $31.25

In-Person

American Sign Language Required

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus

Housing Resources Available

Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits Options May Include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employer-Matching 403(b), Generous Time Off Benefits, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care, and more!

About TLC:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/about/pioneer-and-innovator.

For our Mission, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/our-mission-and-values.

TLC Diversity Statement:

The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.

About Marie Philip School:

MPS enrolls nearly 150 deaf and hard of hearing students on our Framingham, MA campus in an ASL/English bilingual, bicultural educational model.

About Walden School:

Walden School is a nationally-recognized residential therapeutic and education program for deaf children and youth ages 8 to 22 who have often experienced significant adverse childhood events as well as language deprivation.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Job Coach works as part of a team to support students at their internships. The Job Coach assists students with choosing internships, completing applications, practicing interview skills, teaching job skills, creating visuals and transporting students to and from the internship site. The Job Coach also collaborates with other team members to provide a variety of transition events, such as our Career Fair.

SUPERVISOR:

Transition Coordinator

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create job postings and orientation materials using technology.

Create visual support for students and assist students with applications for internships.

Transport students to job sites and support students on the job site.

Communicate weekly with employers to get feedback for written work evaluations and meet with students to review progress.

Help students create a portfolio and resume of their work experiences.

Meet biweekly with the Transition Coordinator and transition department to discuss needs, highlights and plan and carry out transition events (Career Fair).

May be required to drive students or clients and additional driving responsibilities as needed.

Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The Learning Center for the Deaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, age, criminal record, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, veteran status, marital status and any other legally protected characteristic.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Job Coach or experience in an employment training program is preferred
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, human services or transition preferred.
• CESP (Certified Employment Support Professional) Certification is preferred.
• A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language is required, with native, or near-native ASL fluency preferred
• ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency
• Regular travel is required
• Ability to work independently under general supervision
• A valid drivers license, in good standing is required