Employment Coaching and Support Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Bedford, Canada Autism Nova Scotia Full time

**UNDERSTANDING - ACCEPTANCE - INCLUSION - COURAGE**
- **About Autism Nova Scotia**_

Autism Nova Scotia is a national leader in providing social, educational, and employment supports for people on the Autism Spectrum/Autistic individuals, their families, caregivers, and professionals. Our vision is a society where people on the autism spectrum can live their lives to the fullest. 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.

**EMPLOYMENT COACHING AND SUPPORT COORDINATOR**

**Term**: Full-time; 40 hours per week(Daytime shifts and flexible schedule required. Evenings and weekends may be required)

**Start Date**:February 2023

**Position location**:Bedford, NS

**Application deadline**:4:30 pm, January 24th, 2023

**TRAVEL (frequency)**: Some Travel Required

**DIRECT REPORT**:Employment Manager

**What you’ll be doing**

The Employment Coaching and Supports Coordinator works with Autism Nova Scotia’s Employment Department, coordinating the deployment and delivery of coaching supports across HRM, and supports the expansion of coaching supports in rural areas. The position will coordinate (train and support) a group of full time and casual Employment Coaches and ensure that individuals working are receiving robust and individualized supports as needed. To achieve this, the coordinator will also ensure individuals are connecting to supports in the broader supports landscape and working with partner agencies wherever possible to improve their own capacity to support autistic job seekers. They will always work to provide exceptional individualized support, reflect best practices, and respond to the individual needs and goals of autistic clients.

**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 and have a drive to help change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.

**You must have**:
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in a related field

1-3 years of coordinating experience

Access to a reliable vehicle

Clear, current Criminal Records Check

Clear, current Child Abuse Registry Check

Current CPR and First Aid Certification (considered an asset)

**Minimum experience**:
Knowledge and experience working with autistic individuals / individuals on the autism spectrum or other developmental disabilities, and/or experience in supported employment

**Skills and Abilities**:

- Committed to the full inclusion of people on the autism spectrum; adherence to inclusionary practices in employment;
- Experience working with autistic individuals / individuals on the autism spectrum and demonstrated understanding of the issues and barriers facing people on the autism spectrum in accessing meaningful employment;
- Strong knowledge of the disability employment and broader social support landscape;
- High level of professionalism;
- Adaptable and willing to work in a variety of work settings;
- Strong outreach, organizational, and teamwork skills;
- Strong time management skills and attention to detail in tracking and reporting on work;
- Empathetic and patient listener;
- Ability to work independently and work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team;
- Thrive in a collaborative and dynamic work environment;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate Employment Coaching in HRM with the goal of supporting the individuals in enhancing skills, and maintaining employment;
- Work with Manager to onboard and train Employment Coaches
- Support a team of Employment Coaches who provide individualized supports to autistic employees;
- Accurately collect data and outcomes of employment supports through ShareVision (Case Management System), LaMPSS and other systems required to provide accurate reporting on the scope, duration, intensity, and impact of coaching and other supports;
- Build relationships with employers where required to provide education and supports that facilitate successful outcomes;
- Deliver ongoing professional development to Employment Coaches;
- Prepare and submit reports, report to Manager on themes / trends from program

reports
- Consults, daily, with colleagues to assure exceptional support is delivered and issues are addressed in a timely way
- Other duties as required

**Please submit your resume and a cover letter expressing why you believe you are the best match for this role.**
- As a Proof of Vaccination organization, all Autism Nova Scotia staff are required to be fully vaccinated.



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