Coordinator; Job Coach​/Driver

Position: Job Coordinator (Job Coach/Driver)
EASTCONN's Transition Academy located in Willimanti, CT. is recruiting for a Job Coordinator (Job Coach/Driver). In this role you will work directly with students who receive special education, to support career development and community involvement. Job coaches will be asked to identify job placements for students with a variety of needs, create schedules, transport students, provide coaching, and communicate regularly with local employers and the school teams.

Requirements:

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Ability to obtain an STV license to transport students (a process in which is facilitated by EASTCONN)

* Experience working with students with social, emotional and behavioral needs

* Strong communication and organizational skills

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Within six (6) months of appointment, must successfully complete PMT - Physical Management Techniques training and recertification annually. Training is provided by EASTCONN at no cost to you.

* Within one (1) year of appointment, must complete and maintain certification for First Aid and CPR training.

At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.

As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.

AA/EOE

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