Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Job Coach |
| Posting Number |
24TM0045 |
| Department |
GSAPP - Center for Adult Autism Srvcs |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Job Coach for the Center of Adult Autism services within the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Works within the instructional setting under the supervision of a behavior analyst to support the vocational and recreational goals of adults with autism.
- Provides direct care to adults with autism in a variety of settings and contexts (e.g., community, vocational, recreational, center-based, etc.).
- Implements ABA instructional and behavior reduction programming as is appropriate under the supervision of a BCBA
- Collects and maintains data to support progress monitoring of skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming.
- Maintains an efficient and organized instructional environment. This may involve the preparation of instructional materials, the creation/maintenance of data storage systems (e.g., binders), and/or physically arranging the instructional space.
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| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Hours Per Week |
12 - 19.5 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Position Salary |
$18.75 / hour |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- High School diploma or equivalent.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Must have an interest in school climate and culture.
- Must have excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Must demonstrate attention to detail.
- Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- The ability to work well with adult with autism that have significant educational, physical, and/or behavioral support needs.
- Must be able to complete training in crisis management.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Qualified applicants must have the ability to work 12-19.5 hours per week on a set schedule with majority of hours during regular work and school day hours (a subset of hours between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
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| Special Conditions |
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
02/20/2024 |
| Posting Close Date |
01/02/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
Dec 03, 2024