Employment Skills Instructor (Disability Youths) - Queens

AHRC NYC-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • New York, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
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AHRC New York City is seeking a full-time Employment Skills Instructor to support young adults with disabilities as they build workplace readiness and develop vocational skills through hands-on internship rotations. This position is primarily based at a hospital in New Hyde Park on the Queens/Long Island border, providing on-the-job training, coaching, and individualized support to help interns prepare for competitive employment. About the Role Interns typically finish their day around 2:00 p.m., after which the instructor will either continue providing job coaching in the Queens area. Travel to the AHRC office in Long Island City (LIC) office is expected approximately twice a month to complete documentation and other required tasks. Location: New Hyde Park Hospital – 270-05 76th Ave, Queens, NY 11040 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm Salary: $42,000 per year + Comprehensive Benefits (including FREE Medical Insurance!). See additional Benefit information below.

  • Provide individualized on-the-job training to interns, including task analysis, systematic instruction, and workplace skill development.
  • Support interns in increasing independence, building workplace behaviors, and developing soft skills (communication, grooming, interviewing, etc.).
  • Collaborate with instructors, employers, families, and school/agency partners regarding intern progress and workplace expectations.
  • Conduct or assist with assessments (e.g., Vocational Fit) to help match interns with appropriate internship tasks.
  • Accurately document progress, workplace observations, and training notes in a timely manner.
  • Participate in professional development activities, conferences, and trainings as required.
  • Provide job coaching to interns in nearby community locations in Queens
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of related experience, OR High school diploma + 6 years of related experience
  • Experience working with youth or adults with disabilities highly preferred
  • Experience implementing instructional strategies in workplace or vocational settings
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, employers, and school/agency partners
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to travel to internship sites and the LIC office as required
  • Driver’s license and access to a vehicle not required but is a plus.
  • Free Medical Insurance at NO Cost to you! (Single & Family plans)
  • Paid Training
  • Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Savings account
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • 403(b) match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Referral program
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