Skills Instructor Staten

Job Description

AHRC New York City is seeking a full‑time Employment Skills Instructor to support young adults with disabilities as they build workplace readiness and develop vocational skills through hands‑on internship rotations.

Compensation Package: $50,000 per year plus a very generous and comprehensive Benefit Package. See additional benefit information below.

Under the direction of the Program Director/Program Coordinator, the Skills Instructor makes an active and organized effort to maximize each participant’s development and well‑being by implementing individualized program plans, integrating the services received, and recording ongoing progress. The program assesses, trains and places individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

• Implement assessment and work readiness training curriculum coupled with soft skills curriculum.
• Determine program eligibility and intake individuals into the program.
• Coordinate eligibility for local and state agencies to provide a seamless system of support.
• Help find and refer to other needed services such as individual counseling and case management.
• Maintain regular contact with funding sources and write and send all reports.
• Maintain regular contact with all partners.
• Develop and conduct structured dialogue with trainees.
• Implement individualized person‑centered teaching plans.
• Provide instruction in performance of various tasks that improve object manipulation, cognitive skills, socialization skills, personal hygiene skills, independent living skills, and employment skills while addressing deficits in self‑direction.
• Prepare all lesson plans.
• Conduct work readiness workshops at a variety of different sites.
• Engage and facilitate case conferences with families, ACCES counselors, and other service providers to provide an appropriate summary of participants’ progress.
• Maintain appropriate attendance and other required records.
• Take direct responsibility for the assessment and training of the individuals in order to assist in job matching activities.
• Provide job coaching supports as needed.
• Assist in preparing and finding new employment for individuals seeking career advancement or different work opportunities.
• Ensure use of technology for teaching individuals work‑readiness and occupational skills.

• Transport participants to medical appointments when necessary.
• Act as Client Coordinator if so assigned by Program Director.
• Participate in regular and special staff conferences, as well as regular ongoing in‑service training sessions (attending all mandatory in‑service sessions).
• Assist in training/placement activities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling or related human services, plus 2 years teaching experience or permanent certification from NYS Department of Education/NYC Board of Education or a combination of 8 years related education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of methods, principles and techniques of teaching developmentally disabled and non‑disabled adults.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other professional staff and participants’ families.
• Ability to conduct evaluations and make recommendations.
• Ability to successfully complete DOE/PIC training in use of its mandatory curriculum.
• Valid NYS driver’s license preferred.

• Low‑cost, quality health insurance
• Paid training
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health savings account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) match
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Referral program

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.