Summer Job Coach Rehabilitation Services (Contingent)

Gesher Human Services • Southfield, MI

32d

About The Position

Gesher Human Services is a bridge to hope and opportunity for people at work, at home, and in  the community. Gesher’s workforce development, behavioral health, and inclusion programming serves all Metro Detroiters while meeting the needs of the Jewish community.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Supervise participants/interns in community based employment situations to ensure that independence, good quality and productivity are achieved.  Provide on-going support, role modeling and regular systematic feedback to participants/interns to ensure appropriate work/social behaviors are developed and nurtured.  As necessary, modify training techniques, job tasks and/or the work environment to successfully manage daily challenges.   Navigate internet browser and Agency data system to record participants’/interns' payable hours and weekly progress reports.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency required, two years of college preferred.
• Work experience with individuals with developmental, emotional and/or physical impairments preferred.
• Skills sufficient to work at community sites with considerable independence and to exercise reasonable judgment in handling challenges until supervisory back up is provided.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with participants, employers, public and staff.
• Composition skills sufficient to prepare required reports.
• Transportation available to get to community work sites.

Nice To Haves

• Individuals who are fluent in American Sign Language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants on the job to ensure that independent, good quality and productive work is being completed.
• Provide support to participants to ensure appropriate behaviors are being demonstrated during the work shift and break times.
• As necessary, modify training techniques, tasks and/or the work environment to accommodate various participants’ needs.
• Supervise participants and facilitate the development/refinement of interpersonal skills during lunch, breaks and transitional periods.
• Provide regular and systematic feedback to participants regarding their work performance.
• In order to ensure that participants safety is maintained, exercise reasonable judgment and successfully manage challenges with participants until supervisory guidance is provided.
• Navigate internet browser and Agency DARTS data storage system in order to record participants’ payable hours and progress notes/reports.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED