Workplace Readiness Specialist

Workplace Readiness Specialist

Education and Experience:

Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school Two years' experience in teaching or services to individuals with disabilities

Job Summary:

An employee who is responsible for assisting and instructing high school students prepare for paid or non-paid work place learning experiences.

Work

Activities:

• Work with students with a disability in on-the-job training experiences.
• Assist students in establishing an appropriate working relationship with co-workers and supervisors.
• Teach students how to perform specific tasks and understand work place policies while modeling appropriate workplace behavior.
• Assist students in determining priorities and goals for the work experience which will be reviewed on a weekly basis to insure that the essential functions of the job are being performed.
• Demonstrate creativity in developing methods of teaching job tasks and modifying processes to accommodate the student's barriers to employment.
• Understand and employ workplace safety procedures while monitoring the progress of students to ensure that safety policies are being followed.
• Ensure that the student(s) is working according to expectations of job site supervisor.
• Assess a student(s) ability to independently perform a learned skill.
• Make independent decisions based on various factors to resolve any problems at the work site.
• Utilize computer to enter data and operate other software as needed to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Document student progress on the prescribed time schedule.
• Understand and keep up to date with new technology, community resources, and assistive devices available to people with disabilities.
• Attend meetings with referring VR Counselor and/or the Transition Case Manager.
• Use various forms of communication to update and coordinate with VR Counselor, Transition Case Manager, LEA, and others.
• Help develop and assist with summer workshops (if applicable) and/or summer employment.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and represent both Vocational Rehabilitation and the Local Education Agency in a positive manner at all times.