Skills Instructor Work Readiness Program (NonProfit) Manhattan & Brooklyn

Company Overview AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services. A family‑governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Job Overview AHRC NYC is seeking two Skills Instructors, one for their Manhattan Employment Business Services (EBS) Project Search program and one for their Brooklyn EBS Project Search program. The Skill Instructor will provide training and support for students, business co‑workers, families, and district personnel to ensure success during the worksite rotations and/or a competitive job. Compensation $42,000 per year plus a comprehensive benefit package which includes free medical insurance. Responsibilities Performance Responsibilities Provides individualized support for intern during the internship rotation in order for the intern to acquire competitive and marketable skills. This could include systemic instruction to teach and break down tasks, building natural supports, developing accommodations, identifying appropriate assistive technology, etc. Communicates effectively with Project SEARCH Instructor, other skills trainers, internship department managers/mentors, co‑workers, family members, and school and agency personnel as it relates to the student being trained. Performs specific task analysis, especially when a student is challenged to learn and perform tasks to a productive and quality level. Assists with completing the Vocational Fit Assessment to determine the abilities of the intern, the demands of the internship tasks and assist the team to make meaningful matches. Carries out steps of job coaching plan with students and other parties as possible. Works with consumers, employers, families, job placement specialist, agency personnel, affiliate school personnel and other appropriate parties to problem‑solve issues related to training and employment. Practices positive reinforcement techniques with students, co‑workers, and other staff. Trains students in the areas of grooming, hygiene, communication, interviewing, and behavior as they relate to successful employment. Provides travel training to the host business and job site when necessary. Communicates with Project SEARCH instructor to make final decisions regarding any issues that may affect student success at an internship or competitive job site. These decisions may be related to continued skills training, fading, behavior, job tasks, etc. Attends training provided by school district personnel to become knowledgeable of strategies and current best practices in the field of supportive employment. Participates in decision‑making process to identify and implement training strategies and/or services with other Project SEARCH staff and host business staff. Professional Responsibilities Adheres to and promotes standards of the host business and/or competitive work site in order to promote performance, productivity, quality, and efficiency. Submits and completes appropriate paperwork. Recognizes and acts concerning the safety and welfare of the consistency. (Note: incomplete in source.) #J-18808-Ljbffr AHRC New York City