ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise small groups of students (4-6) to help them master skills as outlined in the student training plan and as determined by the program director
• Assist young adults with special needs in diverse work and community environments, including outdoor settings and local businesses, throughout Marquette and Alger counties
• Collaborate with DNR/Park Service Staff/work location supervisor to carry out the designated summer student programming as per the student training plan
• Effectively communicate with parents/guardians, school district staff, administrators, and site supervisors to provide work-related soft and hard skills training for transition students
• Keep attendance records for each student worker
• Collect data and evaluate each student worker, based on student training plan
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma (some college preferred)
• Interest and experience working one-to-one with youth who have disabilities
• Computer literate
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents/guardians & local school district staff
• Successful experience working in a team-centered approach

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Chauffeur's license or willingness to obtain one

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• Must uphold confidentiality of privileged and sensitive student/staff information
• Must have the physical ability to do the job, including the ability to walk 2+ miles per day

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Approximately mid-June to mid-August
• Work schedule will be up to four (4) days per week
• Regular and reliable attendance is required

REPORTS TO: Special Education Supervisor

COMPENSATION: Marquette-Alger RESA AFSCME Bargaining Unit Summer Job Coach Wage Schedule