Skills Trainer

AVIDD Community Services of NJ; Denville (NJ); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A community service organization in New Jersey is hiring a Skills Trainer for the Pre-ETS Internship Program. This full-time position involves working closely with students with disabilities to support their placement in internships and to teach skill training classes. Candidates should have an associate degree in Human Services and at least three years of relevant experience. The role requires teamwork and strong communication skills. Occasional weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum associate degree in Human Services related field from an accredited college.
• Three years experience working with the DDD population.
• Bogg Center Employee Specialist Foundation Training is required within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• Work with students with disabilities to place them in internships.
• Teach Skill Training classes using the organization's curriculum.
• Monitor students' progress through weekly communication and check-ins.

Connaissances

Working with students with disabilities

Skill training

Communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Associate degree in Human Services

Description du poste

Avidd Community Services of New Jersey, Inc

proudly serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Bergen, Morris, Warren and Somerset Counties. Our residential and community-based programs are designed to foster independence, build life skills, and support individuals in leading meaningful, self-directed lives.

Skills Trainer- F/T Pre-ETS Internship Program

Hours: M-F 10a-6pm (occasional Saturdays maybe needed).

Responsibilities

• Working with Students with Disabilities to place in a 150 hours Internship to learn work readiness skills.
• Teach Skill Training classes using Avidd's curriculum.
• Weekly communication and/or check-ins with community partners including jobsites, vendors and students to monitor students' progress.
• Work with local employers to develop new jobsites for student interns.
• Monitor student internship hours.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed in a timely manner for state reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum associate degree in Human Services related field from an accredited college.
• Three years experience working with the DDD population.
• Bogg Center Employee Specialist Foundation Training is required within 90 days of hire.
• Understanding of DVRS and Pre-Employment Transition Services preferred.
• Experience with transition for 14-21 years old. Youth is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.

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