Job TitleSTEPS Fostering Success Job CoachRequisition NumberTE08249Department Name8T110:College of Social WorkWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$15 - $20/hourType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired Education
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Required Related Experience
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Required License/Registration/Certification
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Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 20lbs. Repetitive motion typical of desk work (typing, sitting, pending, twisting, prolonged screen exposure).
Shift
Approximately 20 hours per week; flexible schedule mostly Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm) with some evenings and weekends as needed.
Job Summary
The Fostering Success Job Coach (hereafter referred to as ‘Job Coach’) will work directly with young people participating in the Fostering Success Summer Employment Program. Job Coaches will be required to attend an orientation to the program.
Specific duties include:
• Develop effective job coaching and employment plans
• Communicate with participants to understand their goals and ambitions
• Assist participants in developing strategies to overcome employment related personal and professional barriers
• Assess participants’ strengths/areas for growth
• Guide clients in learning to complete employment related tasks
• Provide coaching in effective job search techniques
• Monitor and evaluate progress of program participants
• Keep records and documentation related to participant contacts
Candidates asked to submit resume.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills; Interpersonal Skills; Team Oriented; Strong Problem Solving Skills; Previous professional experience working with young people, age 18-22, preferred. Some travel may be required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
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Deadline to Apply06/02/2024University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.
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