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Substitute / Per Diem Job Coach Special Needs - Bronx

AHRC NYC

#Case Management #Vocational Training #Intellectual Disabilities #Developmental Disabilities #Direct Support Professional #Special Needs #Employment Services #Neurodiversity

Quick overview

Manage a caseload of clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them achieve meaningful employment. Provide on-site training, support, and evaluation while documenting progress through detailed service notes.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma or GED and prefers one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities or as a Direct Support Professional. Candidates must be flexible with their schedule, including weekends and early mornings.

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Job description

Company Description AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Job Description

AHRC NYC is seeking a passionate Job Coach to join our Employment Services Program, dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving meaningful employment. The Job Coach is the central figure in the success of our workers, providing training, evaluation, and counseling across a wide variety of jobs at independent businesses and through contracts AHRC holds with various entities.

Location

Bronx
Job
Type: Part-time, 10-20 hours per week, (must be available at least 2 weekdays + weekends)
Payrate: $20/hour
Essential
Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of 5-6 clients, primarily in the field (90% of time spent at job sites). Teach, assist, and support new workers in their jobs using techniques such as demonstration of tasks, modeling, counseling, observation, and discussion. Provide training and support to workers with disabilities, ensuring their success in their roles. Travel to route new workers from home to job sites. Write detailed service notes after each session to monitor client progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

One year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred. Flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual. May include early morning, evening and/or weekend hours. Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience preferred Understanding of Person Centered Planning. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including effective writing and oral communication skills. High school diploma or GED.

Additional Information

Why Work with Us? Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Opportunities for personal and professional growth. AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.