Career Coach

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 expectationsSupportive and accountableFocused 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, NYHours: Mon-Fri Days (Flexibility needed for days and hours according to Client's schedules)Rate: $19/hr + Benefits, Generous PTO, and Tuition AssistanceOVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: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 providersSupervise the work abilities and performance of the individual and their work settingAssess the strengths and needs of individuals in relation to their performance and job settingDevelop and implement on-the-job training techniques for the individual at the work siteDesign strategies appropriate to assist the individual to make progress in their placement in terms of productivity, interpersonal skills, quality of work, and behaviorsAid individuals in obtaining needed support servicesProvide follow-up and job retention counseling servicesMonitor the individual's progress on the job and provide intervention and support to maintain employmentWork-site assistance, relationship building and managementAssist with job development activities such as visiting potential job sites and attending interviewsProvide employers with crisis and technical assistanceComplete necessary and required documentation for all needed aspects of the programProvide needed advocacy to personally represent the individuals in discussion with benefits retention, and other areas as neededOther duties as assignedEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma and experience working with disabled, economically disadvantaged or students ORAssociates Degree in Human Services or related field preferred and background working with disabled, economically disadvantaged or studentsBilingual 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 homeAble to work in open space floor planMust be capable to move throughout work dayOccasional lifting of > _25+ poundsIND2024