Job Description

Job Title Career Technician
Department Workforce Development, WCS

Reports To WCS Director
Positions Supervised None

Pay Grade A-10
Employment Class Paraprofessional Hourly
EEO Class 3-Technicians
Authorized Driver Yes

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Assist customers to improve job-readiness skills in order to obtain and maintain in-house work, mobile work crews, shadowing, internships and competitive employment.

Essential Job Functions

· Provide direct job coaching and training to individuals with disabilities and other barriers. Demonstrate and teach specific on-the-job duties and soft-skills, such as, work ethic, communication and reliability.
· Provide on-site training and coaching to customers at employment or internship sites to ensure success.
· Help customers assimilate to new environments and/or utilize adaptive equipment.
· Conduct classroom workshop sessions to focus on writing resumes, completing job applications, and interviewing.

Ancillary Job Functions

· Maintain accurate documentation and records on each customer. Log daily observations, case notes, and attendance. Progress reports for OISPs and meetings.
· Provide job coaching and reinforcement to help customers maintain employment.
· Assist training specialists and provide coverage at WCS and in community when needed.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

· High school diploma or equivalent.
· One to three years of experience in training individuals who have disabilities and other barriers to employment.
· Requires certification in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Certification.
· DODD and all required trainings.
· Must have valid OH driver’s license and personal car insurance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

· Must have good listening skills and ability to coach for job success.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic office equipment/machines.
· Clear verbal communication skills and ability to give and follow written and oral instructions.
· Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions.
· Ability to use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in difficult or stressful situations.

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

· General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels.
· Varied off-site employment or internship settings with a wide-range of environment or atmospheric conditions.

Physical Abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

· Light sedentary office work, such as typing, speaking on the phone, and using a computer to enter data.
· Must be able to sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
· Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement to type and work on computer.
· Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer, telephone, and related office equipment.
· Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
· Be able to travel, as needed.
· Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Date Issued: ________________ Approved: ____________________________

Employee Acknowledgement I understand that: · This job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed. The contents of this job description are job requirements and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions. · Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will. · I have read and understand this job description. Employee: ____________________________ Date: ______________