Coach

Job Description

Overview

New Hope Services (NHS) is proudly celebrating 65 years of service to Southern Indiana and our extended service area. NHS has built the capacity to provide a full continuum of human services from child and family support through ability services. Our unique expertise in developing affordable housing allows us to also partner with the communities we serve to have an even greater positive economic and community development impact.

Job Coach - FT or PT - Jefferson and Switzerland County

Starting Rate: $17.00/hourESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Planning

Serve as a “point of contact” in the schools regarding all aspects of the program

Participate in planning of transition/career fairs at participating schools

Development

Provide support in identifying adaptations and job accommodations for students and employers

Provide benefits information and connect students with resources to provide a full benefits analysis and technical support, if needed

Partner with and assist school staff on skill development and student self-determination training using identified curricula

Support

Be fully embedded in the school and school culture focusing on quality employment outcomes for students in this program

Support collaborative partners to develop and facilitate immersed internships/work experiences for students

Attend monthly Career Coaches’ conference calls and as needed, local or statewide collaborative meetings

Support school staff and students/families at case conferences of students participating in transition planning, as necessary to enhance school staff’s ability to build capacity

Participate in Pre-Employment Transition Services in one on one and/or group settings

Advocacy

Act as liaison with providers who are part of the collaborative to promote students’ choices, coordinate job matches, and identify support needs for the students

Partner with IN*SOURCE staff to help families understand the process, help navigate the system, raise expectations around employment, and mentor as needed

Assurance

Conduct weekly data collection and monitor outcomes on students engaged in the program

Model “best practices” for school personnel as they build competency in the various transition skill areas

Provide information for transition Individual Education Plan (IEP) process and participate in IEP meetings to assist in effective transition planning and implementation as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays and have the ability to deal positively with all people who are in contact with the agency

Knowledge of transition practices from school to adult life, person-centered planning, self-determination and community support services

Knowledge of benefits planning and work incentive programs or willingness to learn

Good computer skills, oral and written communication skills, and organizational skills

Membership in professional, business, or community organizations is an asset

Must be able to keep accurate documentation

Must possess a valid state driver’s license, proof of insurance coverage per company policy, and have a vehicle that is reliable for transportation of consumers

EDUCATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related discipline preferred or related experience

Must meet the minimum level of competency for an employment specialist including experience in special education, supported employment, and/or transition service delivery.

*Equal Opportunity Employer

Full-time