Job Coach Per-Diem (Special Needs) - Queens

AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services , and a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

AHRC NYC is seeking a passionate Per-Diem Job Coach to join our Queens Employment Services Program (EBS), which is dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving meaningful employment. The Job Coach is the central figure in the success of our workers, providing training, evaluation, and counseling across a wide variety of jobs at independent businesses and through contracts AHRC holds with various entities.

We are looking for candidates who have flexible weekday availability to support site assignments and visits.

Location: Queens

Schedule: Anywhere from 15 - 20 hours per week to 35 hours per week

Pay Rate: $20 per hour.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of 5-6 clients, primarily in the field (90% of time spent at job sites).
• Teach, assist, and support new workers in their jobs using techniques such as demonstration of tasks, modeling, counseling, observation, and discussion.
• Provide training and support to workers with disabilities, ensuring their success in their roles.
• Travel to route new workers from home to job sites.
• Write detailed service notes after each session to monitor client progress and outcomes.

Why Work with Us?

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.

• Build rewarding relationships with the individuals we support.

• Opportunity for personal and professional growth.

• High school diploma or GED required. A bachelor's degree preferred.

• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

• Flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual. May include early morning, evening.

• Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience preferred

• Understanding of Person Centered Planning.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including effective writing and oral communication skills.

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.