Project Search Skills Work Instructor-Employment Services

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

I. Position Summary:

As a part of Project Search, facilitates the training and integration of a student with disabilities in a worksite rotation and/or competitive work environment.

II. Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Decision Making:

• Provides individualized support and positive reinforcement for student at the host business worksite rotation or competitive job which includes: job coaching, building natural supports, identifying job accommodations, assistive technology, etc.
• Communicates effectively with Project SEARCH Instructor, other job coaches, employers, co-workers, family members, and school and agency personnel as it relates to the student being trained and to the success of the student once on the job. 
• Perform specific job analysis, task analysis, and job matching activities.
• Trains students in the areas of grooming, hygiene, communication, interviewing, and behavior as they relate to successful employment.
• Provides travel training to job site if necessary.
• Attends training provided by school district personnel to become knowledgeable of strategies and current “best practices” in the field of supported employment.
• Submits and completes appropriate job coaching paperwork.
• Recognizes and acts on the legal responsibilities concerning the safety and welfare of the consumers.

III. Qualifications, Background, and Experience Required or Desired:

• Demonstrates enthusiasm, a sense of humor, and an overall positive attitude. 
• Utilizes sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Is an excellent communicator. 
• Knowledgeable of HIPAA laws.

IV. Education, Certifications, or Licenses Required or Desired:

• High School diploma or GED required. 
• Previous experience in supporting youth and adults with disabilities preferred. 

V.  Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

• No.

VI. Work Environment:

• Typical office environment.
• Client job site which varies.

VII.  Physical Requirements:

• Ability to see, drive, hear, use hands, sit for long periods of time at a computer.

VIII. Does this position require use of a personal vehicle for company use?

• No

IX.  Other Duties as Assigned:

Please note this job description is not designed to provide a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Job duties may change at any time and without prior notice.  New job duties may be added as needed. 

X.  Reasonable Accommodations:

Please also note that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.