Skills Trainer
Westchester Institute for Human Development
Skills Trainer, Project SEARCH
Part-Time | 15-18 Hours per Week
Location: On-site at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Bronxville and/or White Plains Hospital
Make a Difference in the Lives of Young Adults with Disabilities
Are you passionate about helping individuals with disabilities achieve independence and success in the workplace? Join our team as a Skills Trainer for Project SEARCH, an innovative transition-to-work program that prepares young adults with disabilities for meaningful employment through real-world internship experiences.
As a Skills Trainer, you will work alongside the Project SEARCH Instructor, business mentors, and employer partners to provide individualized support, workplace training, and coaching to student interns. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to empower young adults as they develop vocational skills, confidence, and pathways to competitive employment.
Skills Trainer Position Summary
In coordination with the Project SEARCH Instructor, the Skills Trainer provides training, coaching, and support to Project SEARCH student interns and host business mentors. The Skills Trainer assists with the successful integration of students with disabilities into internship and workplace settings, while helping create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Essential Functions:
- Assists in providing individualized support for Project SEARCH interns within their internships at the host business
- Assists in identifying and implementing training strategies, natural supports, accommodation and/or task analysis in coordination with the Project SEARCH instructor and host business staff
- Support instructor in classroom set-up, curriculum, delivery and work site rotation planning and implementation
- Consult with host business department employees on tools and techniques that support intern learning and success
- Assist in identification and problem-solving of challenges that interfere with program implementation
- Assists Manager in data collection, assessment, and data-entry under direction of classroom instructor
- Assists Job Developer in development of resumes/portfolios for interns to document progress and skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred; OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of three years of experience working with high school-aged or young adult individuals with disabilities in community-based workplace settings.
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities in educational, vocational, employment, or community environments.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a productive member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and person-centered supports.
Preferred
- Ability to travel independently for off-site meetings and the annual Project SEARCH conference.
- Experience with job coaching, vocational rehabilitation, transition services, or supported employment programs.
About Us
The Community Support Network (CSN) at Westchester Institute for Human Development is the Hudson Valleys resource for individuals with disabilities, their families, and the professionals supporting them. We provide resources, training, direct services, and support and guidance to families, schools, agencies, and individuals themselves on disability related issues and topics.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Time
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403B Retirement Plan
Why Work at WIHD?
- Positive, inclusive work environment
- Flexible schedules for work-life balance
- Mission-driven organization serving 10,000+ individuals annually
Equal Opportunity Employer
WIHD is committed to fostering a workplace culture that values respect, fairness, and equal opportunity. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, experience, and business needs. We comply with all applicable laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.
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