Employment Opportunities

Occasionally, an Employment Vacancy opens up with Darden Rehabilitation Foundation. Openings will be listed here.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES SHOULD BE EMAILED TO: darden@dardenrehab.org

DRF Job Application

 

Position Title:                         Full Time Project Search Skills Trainer/Job Coach

Report to:                               Darden Rehabilitation Foundation Executive Director

Location:                                Robert L. Howard Veterans’ Home, Pell City, AL

Standard Hours:                     As needed to accomplish work, but primarily 7:30 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.

Classification:                         Non-Exempt, Hourly

Provides Supervision to:       None required

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

Under the supervision of the Darden Rehabilitation Foundation Executive Director, the Full Time Skills Trainer/Job Coach will be responsible for providing training and support for interns, host site co-workers, families, area businesses and the community to insure success during the worksite rotations and/or a competitive job. The Full Time Skills Trainer Instructor/Job Coach will also be responsible, as assigned, to provide extended services to interns who have gained and retain community employment.  This position will include marketing of Darden Rehabilitation Foundation’s program to employers in St. Clair County.

A.  RESPONSIBILITIES – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.         Provides individualized support for interns at the host business worksite rotation or competitive job which includes:  skills training, building natural supports, identifying job accommodations, assistive technology, etc.

2.         Communicates effectively with Project SEARCH Instructor, other job coaches, employers, co-workers, family members, and school and agency personnel as it relates to the student being trained.

3.         Perform specific job analysis, task analysis, situational assessments and job matching activities.

4.         Carries out steps of job coaching and skill training plan with interns and other parties as appropriate.

5.         Work with participants, employers, families, agency personnel, school personnel, Project SEARCH team members and other appropriate parties to problem solve issues related to training and employment.

6.         Practice positive reinforcement techniques with interns, co-workers, and other staff.

7.         Trains interns in the areas of grooming, hygiene, communication, interviewing, and behavior as they relate to successful employment.

8.         Provides travel training to job site if necessary and/or transportation to interns during job development.

9.         Communicates with Project SEARCH instructor to make final decisions regarding any issues that may affect student success at a worksite rotation or competitive job site.  These decisions may be related to continued job coaching, fading, behavior, job tasks, etc.

10.       Attends training, as appropriate, to become knowledgeable of strategies and current “best practices” in the field of supported employment.

11.       Participates in decision making process to identify and implement training strategies and/or services with other Project SEARCH staff and host business staff.

12.       Identify potential employers by networking and building business liaisons in the community for interns for competitive employment.

13.       Assist and/or lead the effort in obtaining integrated employment for interns/graduates.

14.       Travel to competitive worksites and access varying workspace as necessary.

15.       Attend and participate in all Advisory Board and Employment Planning meetings for interns.

16.       Maintains close visual contact of interns.

B.  ANCILLARY FUNCTIONS:

1.         Adheres to and promotes standards of the host business and/or competitive work site in order to promote job productivity and efficiency.

2.         Report regularly to DRF Executive Director and Program Coordinator on program participant status.  Person will be required to write a Monthly Report for each former and current intern.  Interns who are employed should be contacted twice a month and interns who are not employed should be contacted once a week.  Contacts can be in person, phone call, or text.  One in person per month is required.

3.         Complete and submit all required reporting forms, including hours worked in a timely manner.

4.         Participate in staffing with referral counselor or other professional providing services.

5.         Adhere to agency policies.

6.         Recognizes and acts on the legal responsibilities concerning the safety and welfare of program participants.

7.         Participates in recruitment, interviewing and selection of Project SEARCH candidates.

8.         Perform other job related duties as assigned by supervisor for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the agency.

9.         Demonstrates daily work assignment responsibilities:  is accountable for all hours assigned, is punctual and regular in attendance and attends appropriate training activities.

10.       Is punctual and at work as scheduled.

11.       Other duties as assigned.

C.  WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Depends on the setting in which training of program participant is to take place.  Each site may have a variety of factors that should be acknowledged, including variable noise and dust levels, varying temperatures, lighting and ground surfaces.

D.  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Depends on training site and skill being trained:  standing, sitting, bending, stooping, lifting, grasping and stretching.  Visual Skills.  Vehicle travel and driving.  Fine motor dexterity. Able to lift 50 pounds.

E.  QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

1.         Degree in related field preferred, but not required. GED or High School diploma required.

2.         Experience working with individuals who have development disabilities (or similar experience is strongly preferred).

3.         The ability to maintain First Aid and CPR certification.

4.         Valid Driver’s license.

5.         Ability to perform duties in a variety of settings, including professional situations, private homes,  businesses and other sites.

6.         Computer skills, including word processing, excel and database.

7.         Successful completion of Customized Employment training.

F.  COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

1.         Participates in professional growth activities such as conferences, in services, etc.

2.         Is an effective role model.

3.         Shows enthusiasm and a sense of humor.

4.         Exhibits an overall positive attitude.

5.         Utilizes sound judgment and decision-making skills.

6.         Uses Standard English in oral and written communication.

7.         Works as a productive team member with families, affiliate school and agency personnel.

8.         Is adaptable in dealing with individual and cultural differences.

9.         Protects the privacy of individuals and the confidentiality of information unless disclosure serves a professional purpose or is required by law.

10.       Avoids action that could result in conflicts of interest.

11.       Ability to function in a flexible, ever-changing environment.

12.       Belief in inclusiveness in all community settings.

13.       Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

14.       Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule.  Days and times will be assigned based on program/program participants’ needs.  This may include working some evening, weekends or holidays.