What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Vocational Training Assistant position at Eugene School District 4J (dba Lane County School...?
JOB
This is a seasonal, part-time summer position working .625 FTE/5 hours per day for 7 weeks beginning in the 4th week of June 2025. There are multiple vacancies.Job Overview: We seek a compassionate and dedicated individual to fill the Seasonal Summer Job Coach role for Adolescents with Disabilities. This position involves supporting and guiding adolescents with disabilities as they navigate summer employment opportunities. The job coach will work closely with individuals to enhance their workplace skills, confidence, and independence, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all involved.Skills and Responsibilities: Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one coaching and support to adolescents with disabilities in various workplace settings.Job Readiness Training: This training assists participants in developing essential job skills such as communication, time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.Workplace Accommodations: Collaborate with employers to identify and implement necessary accommodations to support the needs of participants.Goal Setting: Help individuals set and achieve personal and professional goals related to their employment aspirations.Social Skills Development: Foster the development of social skills and relationships in the workplace environment.Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and needs of participants to ensure equal access and opportunities in the workplace.Monitoring and Feedback: Observe participant performance, provide constructive feedback, and offer ongoing support and encouragement.Documentation: Maintain accurate records of participant progress, including goals, achievements, challenges, and any necessary documentation for program evaluation purposes.Communication: Maintain open and regular communication with program coordinators, employers, families, and other relevant stakeholders.Crisis Intervention: Handle any issues or conflicts that may arise in the workplace professionally and effectively, ensuring the well-being of participants at all times.1. Work with all special needs students focusing on positive career outcomes, college success and independent living. 2. Assist students ages 15-22 that have a range of disabilities with the development of career plans and/or train and monitor students in the development of marketable job skills. Provide vocational assessments and evaluate current student skills. 3. Work independently in the community and in the schools. Exercise appropriate judgment and decision making while working independently with students in the community. 4. Collaborate with, but not limited to, the Special Education team and or principal/administrator at assigned school, Vocational Rehabilitation case manager as well as families, staff from post-secondary institutions, community resources, government agencies and private businesses. 5. Maintain accurate student records. Compile data and report it to grant funders as required by contract. 6. Maintains regular and prompt attendance.7. Performs other related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
1. Strong and effective communication skills both oral and written required. 2. Strong and effective interpersonal skills 3. Knowledge of government regulations concerning students with disabilities: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Adults with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504(504) desirable. 4. Possession of job development skills and the ability to effectively interact with staff from businesses and community agencies. 5. Ability to make independent decisions while working in the community with students and employers. 6. Familiarity with local employment market, vocational options and employment support services. 7. Knowledge of the OSHA (Oregon Occupational Safety and Health), BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) and child labor laws and regulation concerning students in the work place. 8. Knowledge of the elements of instruction and the ability to deliver effective training and instruction. 9. Ability to work harmoniously, cooperatively and effectively within an integrated teamwork environment that includes teachers, other classified staff, parents, administrators, students and external agencies. 10. Ability to exercise independent and appropriate judgment while working with students in the community. 11. Understanding of self-advocacy and ability to impart the associated skills. 12. Knowledge of high school graduation options and requirements including Oregon's Career Related Learning Standards. 13. Ability to record, compile, maintain and report accurate records pertaining to all aspects of the program and student progress. 14. Ability to record, compile and maintain accurate records and files. 15. Ability to manage difficult student behavior.16. Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.17. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff and community populations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Complete application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed, there are no exceptions.We do not accept walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail. All applications must be submitted using the GovernmentJobs website. It is your responsibility to submit a complete application. Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview. Candidates are interviewed by appointment only. If you apply to more than one job, an application is required for EACH job posting.ALL required documentation must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee. An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact the HR Department at (541) 790-7670.It is the District's policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility: Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215). For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted to the District at the time of application submission.
This is a seasonal, part-time summer position working .625 FTE/5 hours per day for 7 weeks beginning in the 4th week of June 2025. There are multiple vacancies.Job Overview: We seek a compassionate and dedicated individual to fill the Seasonal Summer Job Coach role for Adolescents with Disabilities. This position involves supporting and guiding adolescents with disabilities as they navigate summer employment opportunities. The job coach will work closely with individuals to enhance their workplace skills, confidence, and independence, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all involved.Skills and Responsibilities: Individualized Support: Provide one-on-one coaching and support to adolescents with disabilities in various workplace settings.Job Readiness Training: This training assists participants in developing essential job skills such as communication, time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.Workplace Accommodations: Collaborate with employers to identify and implement necessary accommodations to support the needs of participants.Goal Setting: Help individuals set and achieve personal and professional goals related to their employment aspirations.Social Skills Development: Foster the development of social skills and relationships in the workplace environment.Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and needs of participants to ensure equal access and opportunities in the workplace.Monitoring and Feedback: Observe participant performance, provide constructive feedback, and offer ongoing support and encouragement.Documentation: Maintain accurate records of participant progress, including goals, achievements, challenges, and any necessary documentation for program evaluation purposes.Communication: Maintain open and regular communication with program coordinators, employers, families, and other relevant stakeholders.Crisis Intervention: Handle any issues or conflicts that may arise in the workplace professionally and effectively, ensuring the well-being of participants at all times.1. Work with all special needs students focusing on positive career outcomes, college success and independent living. 2. Assist students ages 15-22 that have a range of disabilities with the development of career plans and/or train and monitor students in the development of marketable job skills. Provide vocational assessments and evaluate current student skills. 3. Work independently in the community and in the schools. Exercise appropriate judgment and decision making while working independently with students in the community. 4. Collaborate with, but not limited to, the Special Education team and or principal/administrator at assigned school, Vocational Rehabilitation case manager as well as families, staff from post-secondary institutions, community resources, government agencies and private businesses. 5. Maintain accurate student records. Compile data and report it to grant funders as required by contract. 6. Maintains regular and prompt attendance.7. Performs other related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
1. Strong and effective communication skills both oral and written required. 2. Strong and effective interpersonal skills 3. Knowledge of government regulations concerning students with disabilities: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Adults with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504(504) desirable. 4. Possession of job development skills and the ability to effectively interact with staff from businesses and community agencies. 5. Ability to make independent decisions while working in the community with students and employers. 6. Familiarity with local employment market, vocational options and employment support services. 7. Knowledge of the OSHA (Oregon Occupational Safety and Health), BOLI (Bureau of Labor and Industry) and child labor laws and regulation concerning students in the work place. 8. Knowledge of the elements of instruction and the ability to deliver effective training and instruction. 9. Ability to work harmoniously, cooperatively and effectively within an integrated teamwork environment that includes teachers, other classified staff, parents, administrators, students and external agencies. 10. Ability to exercise independent and appropriate judgment while working with students in the community. 11. Understanding of self-advocacy and ability to impart the associated skills. 12. Knowledge of high school graduation options and requirements including Oregon's Career Related Learning Standards. 13. Ability to record, compile, maintain and report accurate records pertaining to all aspects of the program and student progress. 14. Ability to record, compile and maintain accurate records and files. 15. Ability to manage difficult student behavior.16. Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.17. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff and community populations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Complete application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed, there are no exceptions.We do not accept walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail. All applications must be submitted using the GovernmentJobs website. It is your responsibility to submit a complete application. Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview. Candidates are interviewed by appointment only. If you apply to more than one job, an application is required for EACH job posting.ALL required documentation must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee. An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact the HR Department at (541) 790-7670.It is the District's policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility: Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215). For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted to the District at the time of application submission.
