ACCESS Group, Inc. · 1 week ago
Project SEARCH Skills Trainer- CHI St. Vincent
Hot Springs, AR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelACCESS Group, Inc. is seeking a Project SEARCH Skills Trainer to empower young adults through internship experiences. The role involves providing individualized support to interns, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring a positive and safe learning environment.
EducationNon ProfitTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Providing individualized support including job coaching, natural supports, accommodations, and assistive technology
Teaching grooming, hygiene, communication, interviewing, and workplace behavior skills
Carrying out steps of individualized job coaching plans
Practicing positive reinforcement techniques with interns, co-workers, and staff
Providing travel training to job sites when necessary
Ensuring the safety of interns at all times, both on and off campus, by following established procedures and using common sense
Working as an effective role model—showing enthusiasm, a sense of humor, professionalism, and a positive attitude
Communicating effectively with the Project SEARCH Instructor, job coaches, employers, co-workers, family members, and agency personnel
Working with interns, employers, families, job placement specialists, and agency personnel to problem-solve training and employment issues
Participating in team-based decision-making and implementing training strategies
Communicating with the instructor/coordinator on decisions impacting intern success (coaching needs, fading, behavior, job tasks, etc.)
Collaborating with all program partners including ARS, ACCESS, host businesses, parents, and co-workers
Exhibiting sound judgment and decision-making skills
Using Standard English in verbal and written communication
Demonstrating adaptability in working with individual and cultural differences
Ensuring positive and supportive relationships with interns, families, and staff
Recognizing and acting on legal responsibilities related to safety and welfare
Performing job analysis, task analysis, and job matching activities
Assisting with job development, instruction, daily planning, and related tasks
Providing follow-along services once interns secure competitive employment, including hours outside the typical workday (evenings/weekends)
Supporting interns at job fairs, interviews, orientations, drug screens, and other employment-related activities
Providing ongoing employment support based on intern and employer needs
Promoting host business standards to encourage productivity and efficiency
Completing all necessary paperwork accurately and on time
Submitting and completing appropriate job coaching documentation
Demonstrating punctuality and accountability for assigned work hours
Attending all required training, conferences, in-services, and professional development
Attending host business orientations and meeting all host-site requirements (hair color, tattoos, piercings, smoking guidelines, drug-free standards, etc.)
Maintaining confidentiality and avoiding conflicts of interest
Protecting intern privacy at all times
Must be flexible and able to handle many changes
May perform other related or non-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to support interns effectively
Ability to develop and implement behavior plans with program teams
Transport interns and graduates in your personal vehicle (field trips, interviews, orientations, etc.)
Maintain a valid driver's license, current liability insurance, registration, and a clean driving record
Maintain your vehicle in safe operating condition
Meet ACCESS driving and insurance carrier requirements
Adapt quickly to changing environments and situations
Walk/stand for prolonged periods
Bend, squat, stretch, twist, and reach as needed
Work in cold environments (refrigerators/freezers) or outdoors during high heat
Drive for extended periods
Lift at least 20 lbs
Tolerate varying noise levels
Maintain strong mental focus in fast-paced environments
Use technology including iPad, laptop, and work cell phone
Write daily/monthly reports and complete all documentation
Teach interns to use job-related technology
Preferred
Experience working with children or adults with developmental disabilities preferred
Company
ACCESS Group, Inc.
ACCESS® is a 501c3 nonprofit offering evaluation services, full-time education, therapy, training and activities for individuals with special needs.
Founded in 1994
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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