Job Coach and Employment Counselor - Southeastern MA and Boston Area
Company: Tempus Unlimited Inc.
Location: Stoughton
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
Summary/Objective: The Job Coach/Employment Counselor will provide
employment support to people who have disabilities that can include
autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities . This includes
support around employment goals as well as on the job support. To
succeed in this role you will have good time management skills,
good writing skills, strong organizational skills and prior Human
Services experience, 1-2 years' experience working with adults with
disabilities preferred. A 2-4 year degree in Human Services,
Psychology or related field preferred, but experience may
substitute for education. All candidates for this position must be
at least 21 years of age, have held a valid US Driver's License and
willingness to flex daily schedule and use personal vehicle.
Essential FunctionsPerform job coaching duties. Assist with
identifying accommodations to support consumer requests of
employers pre-employment and post-employment.Maintaining open
communication with employers, coworkers, and Employment Service
Supervisor, as needed.Assisting with working one-on-one with
consumers creating or updating resumes, cover letters, and applying
to open positions.Assisting with working one-on-one with consumers
practicing interview skills, including questions, answers, and
behavior.Documenting consumer visits, services and activities using
the Zuke database.Assisting with regularly scheduling/re-scheduling
consumer visits to potential employers as needed.On the job support
to maximize consumer independence at work - conducting task
analysis, adaptive tools and instructions as needed.Assisting in
creating consumer portfolios which include copies of the consumer's
resume, an interview do's and don'ts packet, and a Job Application
Log.Assisting of the weekly Job Club, including preparing materials
and creating topics/activities.
Requirements:
Preferred ExperienceAt least 1 year experience working with
individuals with all types of disabilities.Fluency in
reading/writing and speaking English language - bi-lingual
preferred Cape Verde Creole or Spanish preferred. Required
Experience and Education2-4 year degree in human service field,
education, social work, or related field preferred. At least 2-4
years of experience in vocational rehab, human service, and
development disability field work may be substituted.Work
EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as
computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
This role will be regularly in the field.Physical DemandsThe
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job:While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is
frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger,
handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.TravelThis position
requires an employee to be on the road as a primary function. Must
have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.Work
Authorization/Security ClearanceAll offers of employment made by
Tempus Unlimited are contingent upon satisfactory background check
results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all
candidates that are offered a position at the agency in compliance
with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. From
time to time, these checks may be conducted on current employees to
ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and
contracts.EEO StatementEqual Employment Opportunity is a
fundamental principle at CP where employment from recruiting
through the end of employment is based upon professional
capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of
race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran
status, national origin, disability or any other characteristic as
established by law.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job
functions.Other DutiesNote this job description is not designed to
cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with
or without notice.PI175488143
Keywords: Tempus Unlimited Inc., Boston , Job Coach and Employment Counselor - Southeastern MA and Boston Area, Human Resources , Stoughton, Massachusetts
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