Part-Time Educational Coach: Education & Inclusion Advocate

AbilityFirst; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

AbilityFirst in Pasadena, CA is seeking an Educational Coach (Part-Time) to support individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in pursuing post-secondary education and community integration. The role is 21 hrs/wk, Tue-Thu, with flexibility, in a hybrid setting, reporting to the College to Career Program Director.

Primary duties cover coaching and guidance, with a focus on education planning, independent living skills, and transition to community employment.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in any related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
• 3 years of college experience is required.
• 1-2 years of experience providing case management services to individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience planning, developing, and implementing activities for individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience of strong office management skills is preferred.
• Ability to use computers including word-processing, data entry, and spreadsheet utilization is required.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment is required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to work nights/weekends as needed.
• Successful completion of background (LiveScan) check.
• A working knowledge of development and implementation of person-centered plans for adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities.
• A working knowledge of methods transition and integration of adults with disabilities into community settings.
• Case management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team building skills, with ability to influence without authority.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution/problem-solving skills.
• Personal computer skills including database and word processing.
• Very effective oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support volunteerism, access, inclusion, transportation skills, and relationship building.
• Establish positive, supportive, respectful relationships/interactions with clients.
• Become knowledgeable about the clients interests, unique abilities and support needs, and use the insights gained to help clients develop plans, set goals and create solutions.
• Demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm in all interactions with clients.
• Encourage active participation of clients in all activities with a strong emphasis on promoting independence.
• Interact with community members in a way that encourages respectful, age-appropriate treatment of clients, and the building of mutually respectful relationships.
• Maintain a calm, supportive and professional presence when interacting with clients, co-workers, and community members.
• Clearly communicate with supervisors/co-workers, and pro-actively address questions/concerns.
• Develop positive/respectful relationships with families, and outside agency staff.

Job description

AbilityFirst in Pasadena, CA is seeking an Educational Coach (Part-Time) to support individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in pursuing post-secondary education and community integration. The role is 21 hrs/wk, Tue-Thu, with flexibility, in a hybrid setting, reporting to the College to Career Program Director.

Primary duties cover coaching and guidance, with a focus on education planning, independent living skills, and transition to community employment.