Summer Job Coach (Branson) - Imagine Technical Institute

OUR COMPANY:

Imagine Technical Institute (ITI), in collaboration with Boone Center, Inc., is a vocational training and employment placement provider for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in southwest Missouri. We believe everyone should have the ability to find meaningful work, and through comprehensive training and employment services, we enable each of our clients to have that chance.  This commitment keeps us moving in many directions and requires a talented and varied team.

Our competitive employment program empowers people with disabilities to find and keep jobs in our local community working alongside non-disabled individuals while earning the same opportunities, benefits, and pay. Our vocational training programs, created in partnership with local businesses, result in direct, competitive jobs for students after graduation.

At the end of the day, everything we do aligns with our vision—to IMAGINE a world where disabilities are no longer barriers to achieving potential and purpose in meaningful work. We operate with integrity, positivity, respect, accountability, innovation, service, and empathy. If our purpose, vision, and values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply today.

ROLE SUMMARY:

As a Summer Job Coach, you'll be the driving force behind the students' success in the Summer Work Experience program which will take place over 6 weeks between June and July 2024 within  the Branson region. Your responsibilities include training and supervising participants, ensuring safety, maintaining documentation, and fostering a positive work experience. Acting as an advocate for both participants and business partners, you'll work independently, making decisions crucial to guiding participants toward a successful work experience.
 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SUMMER JOB COACH CAN LOOK LIKE:

• Hands-On Training: Assisting work site personnel in training and supervising participants.
• Safety First: Monitoring participant activities and ensuring their safety during the summer work program.
• Documentation Excellence: Completing all necessary training documentation and reports for the program.
• Skill Development: Contributing to the development and motivation of participant job skills.
• Group Engagement: Facilitating daily group meetings to foster a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Open Communication: Communicating with work site personnel regarding any relevant issues.
• Parental Engagement: Keeping parents/guardians informed about the progress of summer participants.
• Relationship Building: Fostering relationships between business partner personnel and participants.
• Goal Support: Supporting students in achieving their outlined goals and plans.
• Social Skills Training: Facilitating on-site social skills training as per the curriculum.
• Accommodation Advisory: Providing advice on workplace accommodations if needed for participants.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
• Prior experience working with people with disabilities is highly preferred. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.

LOCATION: Branson, Missouri
PAY: $18 per hour
Hours: Part-Time 

It is the policy of BCI to provide equal employment opportunities. BCI will not discriminate against any staff member or applicant for employment with regard to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, disability, military status, or any other status protected by law.