Supportive Services: Vocational Coach – LIFT Summer Internship Program

LIFT Program Description: The LIFT (Leadership, Internship, Friendship, Transition) Internship program is a full-day program for young adults (18+) with disabilities, promoting development of vocational skills and acquisition of valuable work experience. In a structured and nurturing environment, participants will learn social skills and behavioral strategies to support their success in the workplace. In combination with learning these strategies, interns will practice and apply the concepts they are learning through a hands-on internship at the JCC. Throughout the program, we will also focus on the continued development of daily living skills and we incorporate social and recreational opportunities into the program.

Program Dates/Hours:
Mandatory training on June 20th from 11:00 am-1:00 pm
June 23rd- August 8th
Staff hours: M,T, W, TH-9:30 am-4:00 pm

Job Type: Seasonal-Exempt

Pay range: $3,312- $3,680 covering program dates/hours as noted above, as well as up to 8 hours for pre-program training and post-program debrief and clean up. Specific pay will be determined based on skills and experience.

Role Description: The Vocational Coach supports participants in the LIFT summer internship program as they learn and practice vocational skills, work as interns, and engage in other activities at the JCC.

Responsibilities / Requirements:

• Assist the Supportive Services Program Manager with facilitation of training and activities, as well as supervision of participants.
• Provide oversight, guidance and support to participants during program hours.
• Help to create a strong, positive, team-oriented dynamic.
• Work alongside participants to support them in carrying out assigned tasks.
• Model appropriate and professional behavior and workplace etiquette.
• Help the Supportive Services Manager identify and assess participants’ job-related strengths and challenges; assist in developing strategies to optimize success.
• Attend all program dates, trainings, and meetings
• Ability to stand for up to 90 min at a time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds for short distances.
• Flexibility to work indoors and outdoors.
• Provide 1:1 coaching with resume building and job searching

Desired Experience/Qualities:

• Demonstrated interest in working with the neurodiverse community; relevant course-work and/or experience strongly preferred.
• Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills: ability to work collaboratively to achieve programmatic goal.
• Patience, adaptability and sense of humor.
• 21 or older

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to [email protected].