Opwdd Coach (Part-Time) - Jefferson Community College

Job Description:

Jefferson Community College, Watertown, New York, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, JCC is seeking to hire a part-time professional for the role OPWDD Coach for the 2025 - 2028 academic years. This is a grant funded position. Estimated total hours over the grant period is 650 hours.

A new partnership between OPWDD (New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities) and SUNY has been established, supporting the academic and career success of Direct Support Professionals across New York State.

The primary function of the OPWDD Coach role is to manage academic and social wraparound student supports to enhance retention and completion of the micro-credential. The OPWDD Coach will be responsible for coordinating academic and social supports for all JCC students enrolled in the trainings supported by this grant. The OPWDD Coach will report directly to the Interim Associate Vice President of Liberal Arts, and work in collaboration with Grant Project Manager (Director of Community Services).

Requirements:

Required: Associates degree from an accredited institution; two years of experience in customer service and sales.

Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; prior program coordinator or student support experience.

Application Instructions:

To Apply: For consideration, please apply by selecting the "Apply Now" button.

A letter of application (cover letter), résumé, unofficial transcripts for all degrees, and contact information for three professional references are required. Review of applications will begin immediately. Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.