Position Summary
An Off-Campus Employment Specialist teaches and supports the development of vocational skills in young adults with autism and related neurodivergent conditions through real-world job experiences. These services are provided in community-based employment settings and internships, helping students apply work-readiness skills in practical environments. This role involves both hands-on instruction and collaboration with employment partners and internal teams to ensure meaningful and successful transition outcomes.
Specific Duties
- Provide direct instruction and coaching in off-campus job and internship settings to support vocational skill development aligned with Work Program Outcomes.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with community employers and internship providers.
- Develop tools, strategies, and individualized support to help students thrive in community-based employment.
- Conduct formal and informal assessments to measure student progress toward employment-related goals.
- Evaluate assessment results and modify coaching or instruction as needed.
- Document student progress on the MAP (Mastery Assessment Plan) in a professional and timely manner.
- Use Mentor Toolbox strategies to support students facing behavioral or motivational challenges on the job.
- Collaborate with Service Coordinators to align employment experiences with student Transition Plans and make appropriate scheduling or service recommendations.
- Recommend additional specialist involvement when further interventions are needed.
- Provide regular progress updates and constructive feedback to students.
- Collect performance feedback from community employers and integrate it into student learning plans.
Communication & Collaboration
- Maintain consistent and constructive communication with your assigned Supervisor and Service Coordinators.
- Communicate regularly with community worksite supervisors regarding student expectations, performance, and accommodations.
- Collaborate with internal staff during formal office hours, team meetings, and through email, text, or phone communication.
- Notify Service Coordinators of Outcomes/Goals students will be working on at their off-campus site.
- Communicate student needs, progress, and any concerns promptly to ensure effective team support.
Qualifications
- No minimum education required.
- Must be capable of fulfilling all job duties as described.
- Pay increases may be available based on education level or relevant experience.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to travel to and work in various community-based employment sites, which may involve walking, standing for extended periods, or navigating different work environments.
- Willingness to work in outdoor or indoor settings with varying conditions depending on job placement.
- Ability to bend, kneel, or demonstrate physical tasks in order to model appropriate work behaviors and skills for students.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
- 8-hour shift
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
