Gersh Autism Academy·West Hempstead, New York
The Job Coach executes on- and off-campus vocational activities while implementing life skills and career development curricula. They are responsible for tracking student progress against IEP goals and maintaining consistent communication with parents and the vocational team.
The Job Coach is responsible for the daily execution of both on- and off-campus activities with the vocational students, as directed.
This position requires a great deal of knowledge about community areas and locations, as well as possible triggers to the students.
This position also requires knowledge of Collaborative Problem Solving, CPI Non-Crisis Intervention, and neurobiological disorders and their manifestations.
This position requires a good driving history, and the ability to be added to our umbrella insurance policy.
The Job Coach will report to the Vocational Coordinator of the Gersh Organization.
Implement Life Skills & Career Development curriculum. Coach students as directed. Follow the student’s IEP goals and ensure achievement by mastery date. Communicate with parents on a regular basis about the Vocational program. Attend 1 team meeting per week and daily huddles. Attend a weekly supervision meeting with the Vocational Coordinator. Professional development as requested. Collect data to track student progress. Ensure positive and supportive communication with student at all times. Assist in the implementation of off-campus activities related to the Vocational program, as requested. Assist in the coordination and management of Gersh Academy Vehicles.
Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or High School Diploma Must have valid NY State Driver's License Must have CDL license Ability to drive up to 30 miles or more daily
Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday Ability to lift (at least 50–65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training) Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
00AM-3:30PM (and once a week until 4PM for a team meeting) Benefits for Full-Time Employees Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k matching) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Training & Development
Market context
In New York, Vocational Job Coach openings support employment services for people with disabilities, with demand influenced by provider staffing and community-based program needs. Candidates may be more competitive with a valid NY State CDL, crisis-intervention and neurobiological-disorder knowledge, and the ability to lift up to 65 pounds and perform therapeutic holds; review the original posting carefully. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from that description, saving research time.
