Job Coach - 2 positions open - Hamden Public Schools : Job Details

Position Type: Student Support ServicesDate Posted: 8/19/2024Location: Hamden Transition AcademyDate Available: 09/2024Closing Date: Until FilledQUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

One or more years of experience working with people with disabilities preferred.

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology in a variety of applications, including memos, schedules, spreadsheets, and data entry

Experience providing direction and assistance to others

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities and handle multiple projects at the same time

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, job site employers and parents

Ability to resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner

Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accompany student(s) to a job site

Provide feedback to students on their vocational objectives

Complete job coach notes/assessments

May work with students one-to-one or in a small group

Assist students working on skills related to performing their job tasks

Assist with facilitating social skills in the work place

Implement accommodations a student may need at work

Consult with the Vocational and Transition Coordinator

Attend weekly job coach meetings

Attend monthly staff meetings

Participate in professional development activities

Participate in Planning and Placement Team meetings

Follow the Hamden Public Schools School calendar

Develop relationships with campus-based and community-based worksites

Terms of Employment: This is a Part-Time position -No benefits Positions are open until filled. It is the policy of Hamden Public Schools that no person shall be excluded from, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program including employment, because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, creed, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or other characteristics protected under applicable law. Hamden Public Schools is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.