Neurodiversity Support Coach - Part-Time (Higher Ed)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Clarksburg (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time

Grant-funded

Job summary

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is seeking a Neurodiversity Support Specialist to assist students with social behaviors, independence, and life skills. This part-time, grant-funded position involves coaching through individual and group sessions, with a focus on practical daily living skills and peer-network development.

The role reports to the Disability Resources Director and requires afternoon/evening availability, with potential weekend responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with young adults in educational, direct support, independent living, human services, or related settings.
• Experience in higher education is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with social behaviors and pragmatics through role playing, small group instruction, visual tools and other targeted interventions.
• Help students navigate new social environments, manage independence, and self-care.
• Help students establish routines utilizing scripts, checklists, and other visual cues.
• Provide instruction with life skills such as dorm cleaning, laundry, budgeting, organizational skills, meal planning, preparation, and cooking.
• Help students establish support networks and peer groups/relationships.
• Collaborate with campus partners from onboarding through graduation to connect students with resources and experiences that support independence and engagement.

Skills

Coaching

Group facilitation

Social skills

Life skills coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is seeking a Neurodiversity Support Specialist to assist students with social behaviors, independence, and life skills. This part-time, grant-funded position involves coaching through individual and group sessions, with a focus on practical daily living skills and peer-network development.

The role reports to the Disability Resources Director and requires afternoon/evening availability, with potential weekend responsibilities.