Independent Living, Inc. is looking to solve the problem of increasing access and encouraging self-determination for people with disabilities in the Hudson Valley, New York, by providing job development and coaching services to help them find and keep meaningful jobs.
Requirements
- Basic computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets.
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is highly valued.
- Knowledge of the local job market and community resources to support candidates.
- Ability to design person-centered services that help people succeed.
- Skilled at building relationships and creatively connecting people with employers.
- Understanding of accessibility and accommodations in the workplace.
- Ability to think “outside the box” to create employment opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop personalized support that helps people build skills and confidence to reach their employment goals.
- Guide participants through the Pathways to Employment Discovery process, creating hands-on, customized pre-employment experiences that promote independence and build natural supports.
- Analyze job requirements to identify key skills and workplace needs, including accessibility and accommodations.
- Assess individuals’ abilities, interests, and readiness for work through real-world observations and conversations.
- Provide ongoing on-the-job support, including coaching and helping to build relationships with coworkers and others in the workplace.
- Help participants explore job options based on their preferences and skills, and coach them on resume writing, job applications, travel training, and workplace behaviors.
- Teach self-advocacy skills and support participants and employers in resolving workplace conflicts.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree and two to three years of experience supporting people with disabilities, or a mix of training and work experience such as teaching, training, or rehabilitation services.
- Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Ability to travel as needed and work a flexible schedule based on program needs.
- Strong communication skills and comfort speaking in public.
- Ability to work independently, stay positive and organized even when things get challenging.
