Job Coach (Bilingual Spanish, Special Needs)

About the role

AHRC NYC is looking for a full-time bilingual/Spanish Job Coach who are compassionate and have the ability to work with a flexible schedule. The Job Coach will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Bronx. This role offers a personalized schedule, based on your availability and the needs of the individuals we serve.

Enjoy the freedom of a personalized work schedule while making a meaningful impact!

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of around 10-20 clients, primarily in the field (majority 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 experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish highly 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.

Pay

Pay Rate: $18-$21 per hour, depending on education level...plus a comprehensive Benefit package.

Schedule

Schedule: 40 hours per week...schedule flexibility a must with hours that may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.