JOB DISCOVERY TRAINING INSTRUCTOR

Opportunity Village•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Job Discovery (JDP) Training Instructor will provide specialized job training and career exploration opportunities for Clark County School District (CCSD) students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). The instructor will help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for successful employment and independence. This position involves collaboration with Job Developers, managers, supervisors, CCSD employees, and parents/guardians to create a supportive and inclusive environment for each student. The ultimate goal is to empower students to reach their full potential and achieve their career aspirations. Embrace Opportunity Village's core values by cultivating positive and meaningful CONNECTIONS with participants and team members, demonstrating ENTHUSIASM, high standards of PRODUCTIVITY, authentic STEWARDSHIP, and consistent participation in individual and team DEVELOPMENT.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, team members, and supervisors (verbal and written).
Must possess social perceptiveness to assess and understand other's reactions and behaviors.
Ability to resolve multiple complex issues simultaneously while remaining calm in stressful situations.
Excellent time management and organization skills.
Sound judgment and confidence in decision-making.
Strong coaching abilities and effectiveness as a team member.
Ability to accept and apply performance-based feedback.
Ability to work independently.
Networking skills to establish relationships within and outside the agency.
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required: Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
Required: One (1) years of verifiable work experience in special education or a related field.
Required: Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance requirements.
Required: Current CPI certification within 30 days of employment.
Required: Valid Driver’s license and ability to meet insurance requirements.
Required: Current CPR and First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment
Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds.
Must be able to stand and walk 90% of the work day.
Frequent bending, sitting, standing, lifting, climbing and walking.
Ability to endure and work in indoor and outdoor temperatures.
Ability to conduct tasks and successfully perform under critical deadlines.
Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and examine documents, records and files.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Utilize appropriate methods for working with individuals with intellectual and or physical disabilities.
Assist with job-specific challenges that may arise.
Identify and support students' short-term and long-term career goals.
Communicate, coordinate, and coach students alongside the training and assessment team, job developers, Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR), Desert Regional Center (DRC), Clark County School District (CCSD), and parents/guardians.
Work with students to expand and enhance their job readiness in preparation for employment, including assisting with resume preparation, job searches, job applications, and interview training.
Network and maintain positive professional relationships with community sites to expand existing training opportunities and cultivate new work experience options for students seeking competitive employment.
Prepare all necessary documentation, including but not limited to department monthly reports, incident reports, ID notes, weekly training reports, and daily attendance records.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations and company policies and procedures.
Some travel to a variety of locations in the Las Vegas area.
Must be able to meet all requirements of OV vehicle policies and travel:
Between worksite locations
Within the community
Report suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, Isolation, and Abandonment (ANEIA) immediately as mandated by state law.
Adhere to Opportunity Village's established policies and procedures
May be assigned other duties as needed.