Job Coach (Bilingual Spanish, Special Needs)

AHRC New York City; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

AHRC New York City is seeking a full-time bilingual Job Coach to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Bronx. The role offers a personalized schedule and involves helping individuals learn tasks and adapt to work sites.

The 40-hour workweek may include early mornings, evenings and weekends. Travel to job sites is required and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of around 10-20 clients, primarily in the field.
• Teach and support new workers using demonstrations, modeling and counseling.
• Provide training and support to workers with disabilities to ensure success.
• Travel to route new workers from home to job sites.
• Write detailed service notes after each session to monitor progress and outcomes.

Skills

Spanish bilingual

Experience with disabilities

Flexibility in schedule

DSP experience

Person-centered planning

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

AHRC NYC is looking for a full-time bilingual/Spanish Job Coach who are compassionate and have the ability to work with a flexible schedule. The Job Coach will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Bronx. This role offers a personalized schedule, based on your availability and the needs of the individuals we serve. Enjoy the freedom of a personalized work schedule while making a meaningful impact!

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rate: $18-$21 per hour, depending on education level...plus a comprehensive Benefit package. See Benefit information below.

Schedule

40 hours per week...schedule flexibility a must with hours that may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of around 10-20 clients, primarily in the field (majority of time spent at job sites).
• Teach, assist, and support new workers in their jobs using techniques such as demonstration of tasks, modeling, counseling, observation, and discussion.
• Provide training and support to workers with disabilities, ensuring their success in their roles.
• Travel to route new workers from home to job sites.
• Write detailed service notes after each session to monitor client progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.
• Flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual. May include early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.
• Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience preferred
• Understanding of Person Centered Planning.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including effective writing and oral communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Information

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.