Life Skills Coach

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

1d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the ACCES Pre-ETS Life Skills Coach is responsible for working with students eligible for the ACCES Pre-Employment Program who identify as students with disabilities or who may require post-secondary accommodation needs. This role primarily focuses on addressing social and academic challenges related to social discomfort and work-based readiness skills, both in the classroom and across the campus environment. Key areas of emphasis include: Executive Functioning: Assisting students in effective studying techniques Teaching organizational skills for paper writing, assignment tracking, and appointment management Guiding students in planning for long-term assignments Social Interaction: Supporting students in understanding their social interaction style Encouraging participation in campus clubs if desired Facilitating the formation of friendships on campus if desired Developing group collaboration skills Self-Advocacy: Coaching students on how to seek assistance Encouraging students to identify their needs and communicate them effectively Self-Regulation: Assisting students in adapting to changes in schedules or plans Fostering problem-solving skills Providing strategies to manage emotions, enabling continuous engagement in classes and coursework while pursuing personal objectives The coaching program employs the principles of universal design, employing SMART goals in conjunction with positive psychology and motivational interviewing techniques. The coaching process empowers clients to establish their own goals, allowing for personalized and impactful outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related field (Master's preferred).
Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Familiarity with career services and career support initiatives.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with Program Manager to align coaching efforts with program goals.
Provide individualized coaching sessions to students based on their unique needs.
Facilitate workshops and group sessions to address various life skills, work readiness skills and social interaction topics.
Develop coaching plans that incorporate universal design principles and are tailored to each student's requirements.
Assist students in setting SMART goals that promote personal and academic growth.
Utilize positive psychology and motivational interviewing techniques to empower students.
Maintain accurate records of coaching sessions and student progress.
Regularly communicate with the program team to assess the effectiveness of coaching strategies.
Stay informed about best practices in executive functioning coaching and interventions for students on the Autism Spectrum and those with other executive functioning issues.
Maintain accurate data for Autism Coordinator on session summary notes, referrals and activity logs for monthly report production.
Other duties as assigned.