Youth Skills Trainer NY

Youth Skills Trainer NY – Pre‑ETS Skills Trainer/Teacher

Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey

Base pay range: $20.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Pre‑Employment Transition Services (Pre‑ETS) for Potentially Eligible (PE) Students with Disabilities (SWD) are designed to address the career development needs of students with disabilities. Pre‑ETS prepares students with disabilities for employment, explores their post‑secondary education options, develops their employment‑related soft skills and assists them in obtaining work experience. It provides a meaningful way to enhance the development of a student’s career direction, preparing them to become engaged in their own transition and vocational planning, and to achieve successful long‑term employment consistent with their individual strengths, abilities, interests, and informed choice.

• Provide group/individual instruction for youth and adults with a disability primarily in person at various schools and locations, as well as through a video platform (e.g., TEAMS).
• Lead a classroom of students at school sites through 25‑30 hours of Pre‑ETS curriculum.
• Keep each day’s lessons fun and engaging, going beyond simply reading or giving a speech.
• Engage meaningfully with individuals diagnosed with I/DD who may not be very verbal, ensuring they participate in group classes.
• Provide intensive on‑the‑job training at internship sites, utilizing a person‑centered approach.
• Provide ongoing supports to help increase work skills, develop appropriate vocational goals, and problem‑solve issues that may arise at the internship site.
• Complete and keep track of task analysis for training purposes.
• Complete all required documentation, progress notes and monthly Pre‑ETS student reports in a timely manner; all progress notes must be contemporaneous.
• Perform case management services as needed, linking students with other service providers or community resources such as recreation, education, transportation, or leisure, to enhance integration into the community.
• Train other staff at internship sites, including co‑workers and supervisors, on how to work effectively with interns; ensure at least monthly onsite supports.
• Educate students about how work may impact other benefits they currently receive and connect them to Benefit Counseling Services as needed.
• Complete and submit weekly and monthly reports.
• Enter student information into the Foothold Awards system.
• Communicate with referral sources (ACCES‑VR) and private funders per the funder communication follow‑up procedure.
• Attend all rehab and staff meetings, as well as alternating events/meetings/fairs in the community.
• Become familiar with CARF regulations and ensure documentation is CARF compliant.
• Perform other duties as assigned at the sole discretion of the employer.

• BS/BA Degree in a human services field from an accredited college is desired.
• Willingness to use public transportation to travel to various schools and sites as needed.

• Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Ability to navigate and negotiate through difficult situations.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of employees.

• The position does not supervise others but must work effectively as a partner with the team and other rehab staff.

• Work occurs in the community and at various NYC schools, as well as at the main office.
• Work may occur on weekends and at various businesses and is provided as needed.