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Community Leadership Coach
1 week ago
UNDERSTANDING - ACCEPTANCE - INCLUSION - COURAGE
About Autism Nova Scotia
Autism Nova Scotia is a national leader in providing social, educational, and employment supports for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), their families, caregivers, and professionals.
This vision informs our day-to-day operations and provides a philosophy that revolves around person-focused supports, strength-based approaches, and community-oriented learning opportunities.
Autism Nova Scotia delivers programming in Halifax and in nine communities across Nova Scotia through our Regional Autism Centers.Our three program divisions are:
Social & Community Inclusion; Employment Support; and Family and Caregiver Support.
Community Leadership Coach
Term:
Indefinite, casual (3-7 hours per week). Flexible schedule and Evening availability is required
Start Date:
Position location:
Kentville (Annapolis Valley)
Salary:
$20
Application deadline:
What you'll be doing
- Community Leadership_(CL) is a program designed to support Autistic youth / youth on the autism spectrum aged 1418 in developing skills and gaining knowledge within their communities. Through a person directed approach, Community Leadership centers each person's voice in their goal setting, community engagement, and skill building.
Community Leadership Coaches will play a key role in supporting participants as they work towards their goals and exercise self-determination within the community.
What we're looking for
A passionate, team player who takes personal accountability to deliver on what is expected in their role and who strives for excellence every day.
They think broadly, have a drive to transform lives, help change attitudes and create a society that work for autistic people.
Can you thrive in a dynamic, changing and sometimes ambiguous environment by keeping informed and connected within your role? If this sounds like you?Please submit your resume highlighting the qualification listed below and a cover letter expressing why you believe you are the best match for this role.
You must have:
Minimum qualifications:
- Postsecondary education or equivalent experience in a related field accepted and considered an asset
- Clear, current Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check is required
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification is considered an asset
- Able to be on your feet for long periods of time during the program, including running and strenuous activity.
Minimum experience:
- Knowledge and experience working with Autistic individuals and individuals on the autism spectrum or other developmental disabilities, and/or experience in supported employment
- Experience supporting complex behaviors and/or behaviors that challenge is considered an asset
- Experience with alternative forms of communication (PECs, IPad, sign language) is considered an asset
Minimum skills and ability:
- Committed to the full inclusion of people with autism spectrum disorder
- Ability to work independently or part of a team
- Resourcefulness in solving problems
- Strong time management skills and attention to detail in tracking and reporting information
- Strong outreach, organizational, and communication skills (oral and written)
- Empathetic and patient listener
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Able to be on your feet for long periods of time during the program
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Work alongside the Community Leadership Coordinator to conduct participant intakes
- Support 23 participants and high school volunteers at volunteer sites and group learning sessions
- Collaborate with and consult the Community Leadership Coordinator to ensure exceptional support is delivered & any supportgaps with accessibility, accommodation, or adaptations are addressed
- Navigate and support participants in identifying and working toward goals and skill development
- Attend weekly planning and checkin meetings with the Community Leadership Coordinator
- Adhere to all policies and procedures including those identified in the Policies and Procedures Manual and the Staff Manual
- Administrative tasks related to planning
- Collect data as part of ongoing program evaluation
- Other duties as required
Essential and Other Related Job Duties:
- A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle (Travel required)
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