Vocational Coordinator

VOCATIONAL COORDINATOR

Texas - Galveston, Harris, & Montgomery Counties
Ken's Krew, Inc., a well-established and growing non-profit agency that places and trains young adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities in competitive employment, is looking for a full-time vocational coordinator to support operations. The vocational training coordinator will work with the Director of Vocational Training to provide employment supports to young adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. This job requires working independently with the assistance of a regional team.

Location:

Candidate must be able to cover the following counties: Galveston, Harris, Montgomery

Ken's Krew is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

Additional information about Ken's Krew can be found on our website:

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessment

☐ Review program application and required supplemental documentation.

☐ Assess applicants' suitability for the program, including an intake, interview with the applicant, an in-store assessment, and collaboration with individual support system.

Job Training

☐ Train the successful applicant one-on-one at the job site until the applicant is able to work independently.

☐ Create spaces and procedures that will keep participants safe during all activities and address any safety concerns immediately.

☐ Create natural support systems to fit the need of each participant

☐ Complete training reports for all workers during the intensive training process.

Follow-on Support

☐ Assist individual in retaining employment through retrains and soft skills training.

☐ Liaison with employer and document any concerns or incidents, as well as develop a plan to address any concern or issues.

☐ Conduct ongoing social skills/soft skills education program for Ken's Krew workers.

Collaboration

☐ Network with state and local agencies, special education departments in school districts, parent groups, and community organizations to find appropriate applicants.

☐ Collaborate with corporate partners and meet with management to ensure program fidelity.

☐ Serve as a liaison between workers, their families, corporate partners, and other KKI staff.

☐ Participate in weekly conference calls and attend all staff meetings and trainings, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

☐ Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Work, Rehabilitation, Applied Behavior Analysis,
Psychology, or related field.

☐ 2 to 3 years of experience teaching/working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities.

☐ Experience teaching job skills in community-based settings preferred.

☐ Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

For more information on the Ken's Krew program, please visit our website.

WWW. KENSKREW.ORG

Ken's Krew, Inc.

Work Location: Multiple locations

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person