ABOUT THE JOB: Person in these positions work 3.5 hours per day, Monday-Friday, during school session. Under supervision, coordinates administration of the WorkAbility I program with the schools; performs vocational testing of students with disabilities; develops job sites for students with disabilities; maintains accurate student and WorkAbility I records; and performs related duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES: Administers written and oral tests to students and prepares assessment reports; contacts teachers and parents regarding student testing and progress in the work setting; advises students and explains options regarding vocational issues; counsels students on appropriate attitude and dress for a job interview as well as preparation for work readiness; maintains and updates testing and evaluation records; tracks student placements; follows up on post-graduate WorkAbility I students; presents the WorkAbility I program to all special education students and teachers at the high schools; distributes, screens, and follows up on all student applications; develops off-campus job sites; sets up interviews between students and employers; establishes employer contacts and maintains effective working relationships; visits job sites for the purpose of job coaching and on-site observations; assists students in completing forms and paperwork; assists with student payroll and paycheck distribution; transports students between schools and work sites for initial job interviews and assists with youth summer job placements within the WIA program and private sector.

MARGINAL DUTIES: May attend WorkAbility I conferences; and may attend IEP meetings.

Complete Job Description available at www.ggusd.us under Employment/Classified Job Opportunities/Job Descriptions

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education and Experience: High school graduation or equivalent, one year of experience equivalent to full-time working with adults or students with disabilities (mild to severe), including or supplemented by one year of clerical experience are required. Testing or assessment experience is desirable. Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately.  Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

License: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver License and remain insurable at the standard insurance market rate. Incumbent must be willing to furnish car and drive in the performance of duties. Candidates must submit a recent (within the last 30 days) original DMV driving record by the oral rating exam.

 A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING….

Knowledge of:  Vocational programs and agencies; basic computer skills; various types of mild to severe disabilities; and record keeping techniques.

Ability to:  Speak/write clearly; provide information in an understandable manner and give direction to others; organize work to meet schedules and deadlines; work independently while at schools and job sites; maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, staff, and community, county, and state agency representatives; and maintain accurate documentation.