Job Coach

VIA VISUALLY IMPAIRED ADVANCEMENT • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VIA is seeking a per diem Job Coach. This position is primarily responsible for providing guidance, support, and feedback to individuals who are blind/visually impaired at their training/work sites and to objectively document performance.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Previous successful work experience required
• NYS drivers license and reliable transportation OR the ability to travel effectively to assigned geographic locations

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with people who are blind/visually impaired preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Coach, teach, monitor and provide support to individual at their work site
• Provide individualized training to assist in the mastering of their assigned job duties
• Identify and communicate potential barriers to the success of the individual
• Provide guidance in learning to integrate with other employees and the work environment
• Assist in developing and enhancing communication with other employees and supervisor(s)
• Assist in developing necessary soft skills to be successful in the workplace
• Provide detailed and objective documentation of performance, establish short-term goals for improvement, monitor progress and provide regular feedback in accordance with established department/agency guidelines
• Celebrate successes and identify areas for growth in order to be successful in the workplace
• Communicate regularly with VIA staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED