Provide on-site and community-based job coaching and supervision to special education students to develop work maturity and life skills. Collaborate with educational teams and employers to ensure students are safely and effectively integrated into work environments.
Requirements summary
Requires experience working with students with diverse disabilities and a valid driver's license. Candidates must be able to respond calmly to emergencies and provide behavioral support, with retail experience preferred.
Crisis InterventionBehavioral InterventionStudent SupervisionProfessional CommunicationData CollectionCommunity IntegrationPersonal Care AssistanceJob CoachingLife Skills TrainingSocial Skills ModelingTravel TrainingSpecial Education Support
Job description
The Home for Little Wanderers is seeking a Job Coach to support special education students in work, educational, and residential settings at the Walpole, MA location. Seeking a professional with a background in special education and supporting students with developing work skills. Successful candidate should be a flexible individual interested in working in an innovative and dynamic setting in collaboration with both the educational team and members of the community.
How You’ll Be Making A Difference
Responsible for providing on-site and community-based supports to students in a variety of community settings
Direct supervision and monitoring of students in community and employment training settings to ensure well-being and safety of the student always
Consistently model appropriate work maturity skills and hold students to the same expectations
Monitor students work performance and provide feedback and prompts when needed
Ensure safety is always being maintained in the work environment
Maintain and model positive, professional working relationships with students and business owners
Ability to apply professional standards of conduct in all professional relationships
Assist students to appropriately access community settings
Assist students in employment training through job coaching
Communicate effectively with employers and co-workers to ensure students are integrated into the work environment
Work with students in community or residential setting by providing the supports as outlined by the Principal
Familiarize employers and co-workers with the needs of students and model appropriate interactions
Assist in preparation and inventory of instructional and employment training materials utilized in community setting
May plan and participate in activities with clients/students on an individual and small group (less than 6) level in accordance with treatment plans and goals. Teach age-appropriate life skills and social skills through modeling, counseling, and other techniques. Participate in groups and activities designed to enhance growth and development.
Participate in off-campus recreational/educational activities
Maintain a safe and supportive environment. Manage living, dining, educational, recreational areas to provide a clean, organized environment for students. Insure adequate supervision of students through coordination of care with other staff.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Long-term Disability Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Sick Days
403(b) Retirement Plan With Employer Match
Extensive Training
Provide group and individual behavior support and intervention as trained, including the use of TCI appropriate physical restraint as necessary. Coordinate medical and emergency situations with the supervisor.
Work in close communication with Vocational Coordinator and provide information to inform the teacher about student needs and progress
Keep informed about and conduct and maintain data collection, which may include attendance, data on IEP goals, daily tracking forms, and other forms for educational program
Assist students with personal care needs in community or employment training settings as necessary
Assist students with travel training
Attend and actively participate in program or team meetings as requested
Promote student access and independence in community and employment training settings through modeling and monitoring
Assist students to acquire positive social behaviors in both the community and employment training settings
Schedule may include evening or weekend hours to support student employment.
Qualifications
Experience working with students receiving special education services with a wide range of disabilities including cognitive, social, emotional and behavioral deficits.
Ability to work confidently and effectively.
Serve as a chief source of information and assisting any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Ability to calmly and effectively respond to urgent or emergency situations.
Retail experience preferred but not required.
What The Home Can Offer You
In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance are available
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
Extensive training to new staff
Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
And more!
Pay Range Positioning Summary
The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.
Valuing Diversity
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Market context
Job coach roles in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, job coach roles are often tied to school-based transition programs and community support services, so demand tends to follow districts and agencies serving students with disabilities. These positions are competitive because employers look for calm emergency response, behavioral support skills, experience with diverse disabilities, and often a valid driver's license; retail experience can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any driving, scheduling, or support expectations.
