Job Coach / Job Trainer

Position Type:

Educational Aide/Parapro/Support Staff/Aide - General Education

Date Posted:

8/14/2024

Location:

Hamilton County Educational Service Center

District:

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TITLE: Job Coach/Job Trainer- Part Time Casual

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma/GED, prefer a varied work background and volunteer experiences, must enjoy working with young adults

REPORTS TO:

Transition to Work/Work-Study Coordinator and assigned HCESC Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY:

To work with 9-12 grade students with identified disabilities to develop skills on job sites to help them to become independent contributing employees in the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Meet the Transition to Work Coordinator and student's classroom teacher; learn and demonstrate understanding of each job, student individual learning/training needs.

2. Must be able to travel to various locations on a daily basis. If transporting students, must complete and maintain all qualifications for Ohio Van Drivers License (ODE rules).

3. Assist the worker in learning all job tasks.

4. Break down job tasks and offer supports/modifications with the assistance of the Transition to Work Coordinator and classroom teachers.

5. Learn and demonstrate specific coaching skills as well as the ability to fade support to foster independence.

6. Serve as a liaison between the supervisors on the job, the student and the school team.

7. Identify and help establish natural supports on the job site.

8. Supervise student on the job at all times and follow written, approved fade out plan.

9. Communicate worker's progress to the Transition to Work Coordinator, Teacher and employer (if appropriate).

a. Keep data sheets on worker progress or issues.

b. Discuss modifications attempted and results of these modifications.

c. Discuss anticipated plan and direction of training with the Transition to Work Coordinator.

d. Provide suggestions and input regarding worker training to the Transition to Work Coordinator or Teacher.

10. Keep accurate records of service delivery for purposes of billing student's school district, mileage reimbursement forms, and time sheets; turn in these documents in a timely manner.

11. Participate in meetings regarding the student as requested.

12. Maintains student confidentiality, providing only information to authorized persons.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Salary to be established by the Board.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND ADA STATEMENT:

The Hamilton County Educational Service Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and endeavors to provide the highest quality service through employing professionals selected for their competence and expertise. The Governing Board of Hamilton County Educational Service Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes"), or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Submit Letter of Interest with Resume to:

Hamilton County Educational Service Center

11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Attn: Maggie Tapia

maggie.tapia@hcesc.org

and complete application on Applitrack