Share Email Opening Title DORS Transition Coach  About the Organization For over 70 years, The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region has helped people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build better lives one person at a time. We provide support services and advocacy to 400 adults and children and their families in Harford and Cecil Counties. The Arc supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to create lives that mirror yours and mine: students attending neighborhood schools, adults going to work and living in their own homes, and individuals enjoying the social and recreational opportunities in their communities. We are a private, non-profit local chapter of The Arc of Maryland and The Arc of The United States, the largest volunteer organization in the world devoted exclusively to improving the quality of life for all adults and children with developmental disabilities.   Category Employment Services   Description Position Summary: The DORS Transition Coach's primary responsibilities include providing career exploration, education/instruction, training, job development and coaching support as authorized by the Division of Rehabilitation Services. The team member will support people seeking rehabilitative employment services through the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) in successfully obtaining and maintaining employment. Position Responsibilities: In a manner consistent with supporting The Arc NCR Mission Statement the Transition Coach, Employment Services shall do the following: Quality Supports Provide career exploration, education/instruction and training to people referred by the Division of Rehabilitation Services. Provide Job Preparation services to include the development of a resume, cover letter, and job development plan. Teach and train participants in how to effectively interview to include mock interviews, role play, researching companies, as well is utilizing visual aids. Utilize information compiled in the job development plan to support people in job developing efforts through completing job applications, engaging in the interview process, coordinating working interviews and networking with local employers. Conduct on site Job Coaching: Supporting people in learning the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job duties as outlined by the employer. Provide individualized job support to align with the learning style of the person supported. Implement multisensory teaching techniques which utilize a 'see it, hear it, do it' approach. Advocate on behalf of the person supported to ensure appropriate accommodations and modifications are in place for success on the job. Monitor the progress of person supported for a 90 day period to support in successful case closure. Provide accurate and timely documentation reflecting all services provided on DORS required forms. Quality Team Members Represent the mission, vision, and values of the Arc Northern Chesapeake in a professional manner while working with community organizations and employers. The ability to communicate effectively and professionally through both oral and written means. Flexibility to meet the needs of the program and people supported. Ability to provide services outside of regularly scheduled hours when necessary. Ability to adapt style to serve the varying needs of people supported within the program to include but not limited to; people with autism, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities & emotional disabilities. Ability to work autonomously in a community-based environment with support and direction from program supervisor. Financial Excellence Ensure all documentation is completed timely for monthly invoice submission. Consistently provide the specified hours of service as directed by program supervisor. Other duties as assigned   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift Various Shifts   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://TheArcNorthernChesapeakeRegion.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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