Project Coordinator/Workforce Development (NonProfit) Vancouver, BC Canada

AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services. We are a family-governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism, advocating for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

About the role

AHRC NYC is looking to hire a Part-Time Project Coordinator/Workforce Developer for their supported employment program operations in the Vancouver, BC Canada area. This role involves assisting in the day-to-day operations of supported employment programs contracted with businesses throughout the region, ensuring the highest level of quality customer service is provided to our contract partners and neurodiverse employees. This is a part-time position (with the possibility of transitioning to full-time) where you can truly make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day supervision of supported employees, including scheduling, timesheets, communication with staff, and general troubleshooting.
• Provide a high level of dedicated customer service to assigned contracts and maintain positive working relationships with the goal of expanding existing contracts.
• Serve as a liaison between contract customers, local partner rehab agencies, and AHRC NYC to problem-solve and implement action steps when issues arise.
• Represent AHRC NYC in the Vancouver, BC Canada area as the face of the agency to all stakeholders.
• Discover new opportunities for potential partnerships.
• Develop and present training materials for contract customers and program participants.
• Coach and instruct staff as needed.
• Reinforce site standards as determined by each contract customer.
• Provide on-site support to program employees and fill in for employee support staff when necessary.

Requirements

• Two years of customer service and project coordination experience.
• Experience in special education or working with neurodivergent individuals, or those with intellectual/developmental disabilities, is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be highly motivated and have the ability to take charge.
• WA Driver’s License preferred.
• Some HR and/or training experience is a plus.
• Compassion, curiosity, creativity, and optimism are required.

Pay

$32–$39 per hour.

Schedule

20–25 hours per week.