Life Skills / Job Coach Specialist for High School Students

BCRC•Vanport Township, PA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transition Job Coach helps high school students with disabilities successfully transition from school to adult employment and independence. You will provide hands-on job training, behavioral coaching, classroom style instruction and safety supervision at volunteer and community worksites such as local retail stores, restaurants, hotels and much more. Visit https://bcrcinc.net/school-to-work-transition-program/ to watch a video overview of BCRC’s Youth Services program.

Requirements

Minimum requirement is a high school diploma (or GED) plus 1 year of experience in general industry, manufacturing, or rehabilitation or 30 completed college credits from an accredited institution.
A valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and daily access to a reliable personal vehicle.
Must pass a mandatory criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Teach classroom and community-based lessons on topics such as self-advocacy, budgeting, and navigating public transportation.
Teach students proper work habits, business etiquette, and the physical tasks needed to do their jobs. This occurs daily in the community through volunteer activities, job shadows, and paid work activities.
Implement and record progress on students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and behavioral support plans by writing clear and professional case notes.
Safely drive students to and from various community worksites using your personal vehicle or company vans. Mileage reimbursement is provided when using personal vehicle.
Monitor the students' work output to ensure it meets the quality standards and production quotas of the hiring business.
Maintain a professional relationship with business managers at worksites while maintaining student confidentiality.