Job Coach for Individuals with Disabilities - Brooklyn Job at AHRC NYC, Brooklyn, NY

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  • AHRC NYC
  • Brooklyn, NY

Job Description



AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Job Description



AHRC NYC is seeking a passionate Full-Time Job Coach  to join our Brooklyn Employment Services Program (EBS). The Job Coach must be dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving meaningful employment. The job coach initially spends 100% of the time with the individuals on the job site and then gradually fades as they become proficient at the job.

Schedule: 40 hours per week (May include early morning, evening and/or weekend hours)

Pay Rate: $17 per hour which increases to $18 per hour after 6 months if in good standing or $19 per hour with a master’s degree.

Why Work with Us?

  • Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
  • Opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Manage a caseload of 10-20 clients, primarily in the field (90% of time spent at job sites).
  • Teach, assist, and support new workers in their jobs using techniques such as demonstration of tasks, modeling, counseling, observation, and discussion.
  • Provide training and support to workers with disabilities, ensuring their success in their roles.
  • Travel to route new workers from home to job sites.
  • Write detailed service notes after each session to monitor client progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

  • One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
  • Flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual. May include early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.
  • Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience preferred
  • Understanding of Person Centered Planning.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including effective writing and oral communication skills.
  • High school diploma or GED.

Additional Information



Benefits: Full Time positions only

  • Full Medical Ins. Paid by Company (Single & Family Plans)
  • Generous Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
  • Paid Training
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral program
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • 403(b) company match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health savings account

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift,

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