Vocational Instructor

BACKGROUND : Since 1952, Beacon Group has been creating opportunities for people with disabilities across Southern Arizona, Phoenix and beyond.

As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, Beacon serves over 2,000 people with disabilities each year. Beacon provides job training and placement, supported and center-based employment, and day treatment programs to assist the more than two-thirds of working-age people with disabilities who do not have a job.

As a Beacon employee, you can be a part of delivering our mission and improving the lives of people with disabilities.

POSITION INTRODUCTION : Beacon is seeking a dynamic, part-time Vocational Instructor. If you love our mission, you will have more fun and fulfillment that you have ever had in your career.

DESCRIPTION : The Vocational Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality services as defined by program specifications to clients in one or more programs.

Services may be provided in individual and / or group settings. Information will be delivered, and services provided, virtually or in-person, as determined by contractual requirements and client needs.

BENEFITS :

• Competitive wages / salaries.
• 401(k) plan with 4% company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation, sick leave and extended sick leave plus holidays and floating holidays.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Develop and implement individual and group activities and workshops to support pre-vocational and vocational skill development and education, i.

e. effective communication, transportation, etiquette, computer literacy, scheduling, exploration of benefits, and budgeting, as well as other topics as detailed in program curricula.

• Ensure that your virtual classroom is conducive to learning - one that is safe and nurturing for all students. Provide consistency and balance for students
• Implement lesson plans and curricula such as social skills, life skills, and study skills.
• Provide consumer support and skills training to prepare participating youth for future employment
• Provide advocacy, peer support, and skills training for and with youth with disabilities aligning with their service plan goals.
• Teach life / career skills to youth to maximize employment outcomes.

GED / EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTS :

• Assist clients with lesson plans, curriculum and coursework focused on the corresponding training programs.
• Presents lectures and conducts discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence, using visual aids, such as graphs, charts, videotapes, and slides.
• Administers oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate effectiveness of training.
• Skills Training and Development :
• Facilitate individual lessons designed around individual client needs focusing on a combination of educational and independent living.
• skills for each client's success in achieving academic, employment, and personal goals.

COMPUTER SKILLS :

• Assist clients with learning various types of employment related computer skills to improve ability to obtain / maintain competitive employment.
• Educate clients on how to set up virtual and media platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Professional, teaching, training, or tutoring experience and 1 year of direct support work experience with adults diagnosed with a physical or mental disability and / or additional barriers to employment.
• Successfully pass the drug test and background check
• CPR / First Aid certification, or able to obtain and maintain a CPR / First Aid Certification
• Fingerprint clearance card, or able to obtain and maintain a fingerprint clearance card
• Current vehicle registration and insurance coverage
• Provide proof of good driving.
• Have a valid Arizona Driver's License and pass the Beacon driving test
• Article IX be able to obtain and maintain certification
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, and Email (A+ helpful).
• Evidence of organization and oral presentation skills.

WORK HOURS AND SCHEDULE : At least 10 hours a week no more than 25

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and we encourage all qualified females, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

If your disability requires accommodation, please discuss it with us as we are happy to work with you.

Beacon focuses on career development and promotion for Direct Support Professionals -people are at the core of everything we do.

If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you are in the right place!