Disability Skills Trainer

4 weeks ago


Newport News, United States Community Knights, Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

This position is located in Newport News or Hampton, VA

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Pre-employment transition Skills Trainers will provide disability management services to high school students or young adults in a local workplace or similar setting. Students may have a range of intellectual or physical disabilities or related conditions such as social, emotional, or behavioral needs. Skills Trainers will provide specialized guidance, direction, and support to increase participant self-efficacy and independence as an outcome of their work or volunteer experience. Trainers facilitate person-centered, effective, supportive relationships with students using positive approaches that promote self-determination in all areas of life. Skills Trainers will work with one or more participants in a cohort through an 8-week work or volunteer experience based on the trainer’s availability. Schedules may vary according to participants' work placement. Skills Trainers will work collaboratively with other Community Knights staff under the supervision of a Program Coordinator. The hourly pay scale for this role varies according to the applicant’s education and experience. Successful candidates are required to undergo a background check.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Skills Trainers will

  • develop a relationship of mutual trust and respect with assigned students and their families.

  • assist students with navigating the social aspects of the workplace, including addressing soft skills necessary for work success. Examples of soft skills include communication, collaboration, time management, and problem solving.

  • assess professional strengths, weaknesses, and needs of participants in the workplace or volunteer setting..

  • plan and implement modifications and support strategies, as needed in collaboration with Community Knights supervisor and worksite staff as appropriate.

  • maintain and submit records of participant attendance and progress including challenges and successes..

  • communicate and interact with participants and colleagues regularly regarding specific job duties.

  • participate in weekly Skills Trainer meetings with Program Coordinator and other staff to facilitate collaboration, communication, and professional learning.

  • assume self-direction as appropriate to solve problems and act on opportunities, but maintain good communication with the designated supervisor to ensure appropriateness of the actions taken.

  • have access to a secure personal computer necessary to access relevant materials and facilitate documentation of all case work consistent with program policies and timelines.

  • maintain confidentiality of participant and organizational information as indicated in the Community Knights policies.

Company DescriptionCommunity Knights is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying service gaps for people within our community and, through inclusive programs, transform the Peninsula into a truly inclusive community.Company DescriptionCommunity Knights is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying service gaps for people within our community and, through inclusive programs, transform the Peninsula into a truly inclusive community.

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