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Job description
Job Coach
Hourly rate ranges from $16.86 - $19.72 depending on education and experience. Eligible for medical insurance (no dental or vision). 180 Days. 6.75 Hours
Position Title: Job Coach Carmel High School / Special Services Supervisor: Special Education Transition Coordinator Date: Terms of Employment: 182 Days Non-Exempt
Primary Function: To work with special needs students to develop vocational skills in the school and community
Representative Essential Duties:
Develop relationships with community business partners for paid or volunteer student placements
Implement strategies to help students work independently when needed (i.e. picture schedules, task lists, etc.)
Keep clear and concise documentation of communication with student, parent and teacher regarding job related issues and progress of the student
Develop task analysis for each job placement
Train the student to perform the job with the end goal being student independence
While training the student, facilitate the development of natural supports within the business setting so that the student is successful once support is faded from the site
Check in weekly to see how the student is performing at the job site, once the student is working alone
Attend case conferences when needed to report on vocational status
Other tasks as assigned by the Transition Coordinator
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Experience with special needs population preferred but not a requirement
Good organizational skills
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work in an extremely collaborative environment
Valid Indiana Driver's License
Must pass pre-employment criminal history check
Personal and Professional Responsibilities:
Support the philosophy and vision of Carmel Clay Schools
Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators
Demonstrate respect for supervisors, subordinates and peers
Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, administrators and community members
Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful manner and maintain confidentiality
Work as part of a team
React to change productively
Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently stand, sit, walk, talk and hear. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck, stoop, bend, pull and push. Duties of this job require the employee to maintain emotional control under stress.
Working Relationships: Work closely with students, supervisor, parents and a number of other professionals
Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements: Regular school hours. Mileage reimbursement. Work days when students attend school.
Worksite address
carmel, IN, 46033, US
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