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Access: Supports for Living

Career Coach

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What they do

A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.

$61,886 / year median in New York

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Do Work That Matters. In a Culture That Means It. Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact. Why Access? Because how we work matters just as much as what we do. At Access, our Culture Playbook isn't a poster on the wall - it's how we show up for each other and for the people we support. You'll be part of a team that is: Clear about expectations Supportive and accountable Focused on outcomes that matter to people. And committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - while making sure out staff can do the same.
Location:
Middletown, NY Hours:
Mon-Fri Days (Flexibility needed for days and hours according to Client's schedules)
Rate:
$19/hr + Benefits, Generous PTO, and Tuition Assistance
OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position provides individuals with disabilities with skills training, planning, and advocacy services for all aspects of the employment process in relation to their job.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
In this role you will: Coordinate efforts with other integral parties as deemed appropriate including families, schools, and other service providers Supervise the work abilities and performance of the individual and their work setting Assess the strengths and needs of individuals in relation to their performance and job setting Develop and implement on-the-job training techniques for the individual at the work site Design strategies appropriate to assist the individual to make progress in their placement in terms of productivity, interpersonal skills, quality of work, and behaviors Aid individuals in obtaining needed support services Provide follow-up and job retention counseling services Monitor the individual's progress on the job and provide intervention and support to maintain employment Work-site assistance, relationship building and management Assist with job development activities such as visiting potential job sites and attending interviews Provide employers with crisis and technical assistance Complete necessary and required documentation for all needed aspects of the program Provide needed advocacy to personally represent the individuals in discussion with benefits retention, and other areas as needed Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma and experience working with disabled, economically disadvantaged or students OR Associates Degree in Human Services or related field preferred and background working with disabled, economically disadvantaged or students Bilingual English and Spanish speaking a plus
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case. Must be capable to access all rooms in a 2-story home Able to work in open space floor plan Must be capable to move throughout work day Occasional lifting of > _25+ pounds An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans