BCRC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Job Coach / Employment Specialist . The ideal candidates will play a crucial role in supporting individuals, particularly those with autism and developmental disabilities, in their journey toward meaningful employment and life skill goals that increase independent living. This position requires a blend of skills to effectively assist participants in achieving their goals through job exploration; community worksites; and through participation in volunteer opportunities and community activities that develop life skills and foster independence.
We have two opportunities in Beaver County. One works mainly at our vocational production center providing oversite to participants as they work on assembly related activities. The second position works in the community providing employment, habilitation and life skill support.
Responsibilities might include:
- Implement, educate, train and support participants in activities that enhance job readiness, employability, community involvement and independent living skills.
- Provide mentoring and support to participants throughout the job search process, including resume writing and interview preparation.
- Collaborate with Case Managers and local businesses to create job opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Participate in trainings on workforce development topics to enhance participant skills and knowledge.
- Maintain accurate records of participant progress and outcomes for reporting purposes.
- Advocate for participants within the community to promote inclusion and understanding of diverse abilities.
- “Teach Work with Work” by providing training and supports to program participants throughout their workday in BCRC's vocational workshop as they complete work tasks that assist them to complete work task, develop good work habits and build on established work skills that will transfer to new work scenarios.
- Performs job and task analysis, as well as job skills inventory and develops and creates simulated job activities and classes to provide training to participants to develop strengths, learn new job skills, improve problem solving and decision-making skills which assist them to achieve their employment goals and prepare for competitive employment
- Maintains a positive relationship with community employers and agencies and provides Community Participation Support by identifying and implementing activities through community events, volunteer opportunities and supported employment as needed using company and personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement
- Partners with Program Specialist to incorporate participants' goals in their employment and community participation experience by engaging with them in community activities that support the development of life skills, self-advocacy and self-determination
- Writes case notes, tracks production, monitors and maintains quality control for all work completed by participant and accurately documents progress, billing information and participant payroll
Qualifications
- Training will be provide but previous work as a DSP, Direct Support Professional or Paraprofessional is helpful.
- Familiarity with working with individuals on the autism spectrum or those with developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a passion for educating others.
- Experience in mentoring or social work is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
- Basic requirement is a high school degree or GED and valid drivers license.
Join us in making a difference by empowering individuals to achieve their career aspirations!
BCRC is an equal opportunity employer.
BCRC, Inc. (Beaver County Rehabilitation Center) offers a wide range of services to help people with intellectual, developmental, psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities to secure employment, work toward recovery, achieve increased independence, and participate in their communities. These programs are guided by values of promoting growth and community membership through person-centered, strength-based, innovative approaches.
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