High School Support Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Coordinator of Transition Specialists, this position plays an important role instructing and supporting High School students with intellectual and development disabilities or socio-economic barriers ages 14-22 years old as they prepare for adulthood. This includes a combination of classroom and community activities focused on instructing and counseling students in independent living skills, community involvement and employment exploration.

 

Visit https://bcrcinc.net/school-to-work-transition-program/ to watch a video overview of BCRC’s Youth Services program.

 

JOB STATUS:

• Monday – Friday, daylight, 4 days per week, 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

 

LOCATION: 701 Fifth Street, Beaver, PA 15009

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitates classes and engages students in activities that will improve their work habits, social skills, communication skills, financial management, personal safety, independent living and self-advocacy, exploration of post-secondary education options, job seeking skills and participation in their community
• Arranges and coordinates job shadowing experiences and vocational tours of community businesses
• Documents students’ progress and completes required program documentation
• Educates students about supportive services available to them, and the process of obtaining needed services
• Implements goal plans and behavioral management plans in a consistent and positive manner
• Provides job coaching in a community setting or on-site learning labs
• Uses positive approaches to motivate students and maintains student confidentiality
• Transports students as needed using company and personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Some post-secondary training / education beneficial
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities helpful not necessary, ongoing training provided
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook
• A valid driver’s license required
• Able to pass required background checks and clearances

 

BENEFITS: Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.

BCRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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