Senior Job Coach & Community Employment Lead

Vinfen; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinfen, a nonprofit provider of community-based services, seeks a skilled professional to lead employment training and community employment programs at a Somerville worksite. You will develop ISP/PSTPs, manage a caseload, and ensure progress for individuals served while supervising staff and maintaining program resources.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, track outcomes, and advocate for clients while adhering to organization standards and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of empowerment and self advocacy techniques.
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis with special needs population.
• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques.
• Knowledge of different communication styles.
• Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices.
• Knowledge of required physical personal management skills.
• Knowledge of required independent living management skills.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Knowledge of available community resources, job and training opportunities.
• Knowledge of documentation requirements.
• Persuasive, collaborative, and participative skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee employment training, contract work, program maintenance and community employment.
• Develop ISP/PSTPs and vocation profiles; manage caseloads and track progress.
• Monitor programs; implement improvements to maximize effectiveness.
• Collect data and perform bi-monthly analysis; adjust rehab strategies as needed.
• Meet interdisciplinary team monthly to review consumer goals.
• Work with individuals and groups; build skills for clients.
• Supervise Job Coach IS; train new staff and interns.
• Provide training and development activities as needed.
• Prepare monthly progress notes and semi-annual/annual assessments.
• Maintain program area; manage supplies and equipment.
• Advocate for persons served in all areas.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Empowerment

ABA knowledge

Advocacy techniques

Communication styles

Assessment practices

Personal management

Independent living

Crisis intervention

Community resources

Documentation requirements

Collaboration

Presentation skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vinfen, a nonprofit provider of community-based services, seeks a skilled professional to lead employment training and community employment programs at a Somerville worksite. You will develop ISP/PSTPs, manage a caseload, and ensure progress for individuals served while supervising staff and maintaining program resources.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, track outcomes, and advocate for clients while adhering to organization standards and safety policies.