Employment Skills Instructor - Staten Island

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neuro-diverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

AHRC New York City is seeking a full-time Employment Skills Instructor to support young adults with disabilities as they build workplace readiness and develop vocational skills through hands-on internship rotations.

Compensation Package: $50,000 per year plus a very generous and comprehensive Benefit Package. See additional Benefit information below.

Under the direction of the Program Director/ Program Coordinator, the Skills Instructor makes an active and organized effort to maximize each participant’s development and well-being by implementing individualized program plans, integrating the services received, and recording ongoing progress. The program assesses, trains and places individuals with Intellectual and Development Disabilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement assessment and work readiness training curriculum coupled with soft skills curriculum.
• Determines program eligibility and intakes individuals into the program
• Coordinates eligibility for local and state agencies to provide a seamless system of support
• Helps find and refer to other needed services i.e. individual counseling, case management
• Maintains regular contact with funding sources and writes and sends all reports
• Maintains regular contact with all partners
• Responsible for developing and conducting structured dialogue with trainees
• Implements individualized person-centered teaching plans.
• Provides instruction in performance of various tasks that improve object manipulation, cognitive skills, socialization skills, personal hygiene skills, independent living skills, and employment skills while addressing deficits in self-direction.
• Prepares all lesson plans
• Conducts any work readiness workshops at a variety of different sites
• Engages and facilitates case conferences with families, ACCES counselors, and any other services providers in order to provide an appropriate summary of participants’ progress.
• Maintains appropriate attendance and other required records.
• Direct responsibility for the assessment and training of the individuals in order to assist in job matching activities
• Provides job coaching supports as needed
• Assists in preparing and finding new employment for individuals seeking career advancement and/or different work opportunities
• Ensures use of technology is teaching individuals work-readiness and occupational skills

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transports participants to medical appointments, when necessary.
• Acts as Client Coordinator, if so assigned by Program Director.
• Participates in regular and special staff conferences, as well as regular ongoing in-service training session (attending all mandatory in-service sessions).
• Assists in training/placement activities as assigned.

• Bachelors in field of Education, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling or related human services, plus 2 years teaching experience or permanent certification from NYS Department of Education/NYC Board of Education or combination of 8 years related education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of methods, principles and techniques of teaching developmentally disabled and non-disabled adults needed. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with other professional staff and participants’ families. 
• Ability to conduct evaluations and make recommendations.
• Ability to successfully complete DOE/PIC training in use of its mandatory curriculum.
• Valid NYS driver’s license preferred.

Benefits

• Low cost, quality Health Insurance
• Paid Training
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Savings account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) match
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Referral program

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.